Manufacturing Engineer

Edgewater Technical Associates

$80K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5 to 15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or process engineering involving precision mechanical components.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering documentation standards.
  • Experienced in troubleshooting technical issues in a production environment.
  • Knowledge of DFM, PFMEA, SPC, and corrective-action methodologies.
  • Experience in regulated or safety-critical industries.
  • Strong hands-on aptitude for developing practical solutions.
  • Ability to design or adapt tools and equipment for unique production needs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, validate, and improve manufacturing processes for high-reliability mechanical assemblies.
  • Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and specialized equipment for production.
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues using root-cause and corrective-action methods.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to transition designs into compliant production workflows.
  • Prepare and maintain process documentation and technical reports.
  • Support pilot builds, qualification activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards and safety requirements.

Benefits

  • Engagement in a high-impact nuclear program environment.
  • Opportunity to work on precision mechanical systems with advanced technology.
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and operators.
  • Participation in pilot builds and qualification of innovative designs.
Full Job Description
Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.

Manufacturing Engineer - Advanced Mechanical Systems

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical support for the development, qualification, and production of precision mechanical systems within a nuclear program environment. The engineer will ensure that manufacturing processes, equipment, and documentation meet applicable regulatory, quality, and safety requirements. This role requires strong analytical capabilities combined with practical problem-solving skills to address complex engineering challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Develop, validate, and improve manufacturing processes for high-reliability mechanical assemblies.
  • Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and specialized equipment to support production.
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues using structured root-cause and corrective-action methodologies.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to transition designs into compliant, scalable production workflows.
  • Prepare and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and technical reports.
  • Support pilot builds, qualification activities, and continuous improvement of production operations.
  • Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, safety requirements, and configuration control practices.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
  • 5 to 15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or process engineering involving precision mechanical components.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools and engineering documentation standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues in a production environment.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Statistical Process Control (SPC) and corrective-action methodologies.
  • Experience working in regulated or safety-critical industries.
  • Strong hands-on aptitude for developing practical solutions to mechanical and process challenges.
  • Ability to design, modify, or adapt tools and equipment to meet unique production requirements.
  • Demonstrated resourcefulness, initiative, and independent technical judgment.


Other Job Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship
  • Active Q Clearance


If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

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