Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong experience in manual production operations
Proven track record of delivering measurable productivity improvements
Experience in implementing standardized systems and developing documentation
Ability to mentor and train others
Comfortable working directly on the production floor
Responsibilities
Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in manual operations for rapid improvements
Enhance workstation design, material flow, and cycle times
Increase production output while ensuring quality and safety
Lead initiatives to achieve aggressive production targets
Develop and implement standardized work instructions
Establish project tracking and accountability for engineering initiatives
Identify operational risks and improve safety practices
Benefits
Competitive salary with bonus potential
Paid time off and 401K matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Opportunities for advancement in a high-growth organization
Diverse, collaborative, and enjoyable work environment
Full Job Description
Onsite: Travel: 0%
What We Offer:
Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential!
Paid Time Off, 401K Matching, Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits!
High-growth organization with advancement opportunities!
Diverse, Collaborative, & Fun Work Environment!
About the Role:
The Manufacturing Engineer will drive production performance, strengthen safety practices and implement standardized processes within a manual manufacturing environment. This role is highly hands on and located at our Phoenix, Garland, Plano and McKinney facilities. Will work directly on the shop floor to improve workflow, increase throughput, and mentor Operations personnel to deliver measurable results. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in high-growth environments and enjoys building structure where it does not yet exist.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Improvement
Identify bottlenecks in manual operations and implement rapid improvements.
Improve workstation design, material flow and cycle times.
Increase output while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Lead focused initiatives to meet aggressive production targets.
Operational Standardization
Develop and implement standardized work instructions.
Establish project tracking and accountability systems for engineering initiatives.
Create repeatable processes to support growth and onboarding.
Ensures improvements are documented and sustained.
Ensures documentation meets QMS requirements.
Safety
Identify operational risks introduced by rapid growth.
Improve ergonomics and reduce manual strain.
Standardize safe work practices across shifts and teams.
Engineering Leadership
Provides daily structure and direction.
Translate ideas into scoped, deadline driven projects.
Hold multidisciplinary teams accountable to measure deliverables.
Foster a culture of execution and continuous improvement.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong experience in manual production operation
Proven record of delivering measurable productivity improvements
Experience implementing standardized systems and developing documentation
Ability to mentor and provide training
Comfortable working directly on the production floor
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time.
Prolonged periods standing on the manufacturing floor and sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must have vision correctable to 20/20 and be able to wear required PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, boots, gloves, etc.).
Duties are performed in a loud production setting subject to extreme temperatures. Some duties may be required to be performed outside.
Prolonged periods sitting, standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks.
Work Environment: May work in various settings at the Maverick Power facilities, in offices, in multiple shops, and in commercial buildings. Maintaining the same position or posture while performing tasks and sitting for prolonged periods. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.