Manufacturing Engineer

Winchester Interconnect

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering required.
  • U.S. Person status due to ITAR regulations.
  • 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in mil/aero, space, or medical device industry.
  • Experience in cable and harness assembly preferred.
  • Proven experience designing tools, fixtures, and production aids.
  • Strong knowledge of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
  • Experience leading Lean/Kaizen events.
  • Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems (Syspro preferred) and CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary technical support for the production team, leading troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • Design, develop, and implement tools, fixtures, and production aids for quality and efficiency enhancements.
  • Create and maintain detailed manufacturing work instructions and production routers in the ERP system.
  • Lead DFM reviews with engineering to optimize new designs for production.
  • Manage the NPI process to ensure smooth transition from prototype to full production.
  • Lead Lean/Kaizen events to optimize production workflow and reduce waste.
  • Partner with Quality to conduct RCCA investigations for manufacturing issues.
  • Define and validate manufacturing process times and labor standards.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and fun work environment.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Engagement in innovative practices and initiatives.
  • Commitment to accountability and empowerment in the workforce.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

As our Manufacturing Engineer, you will be the primary technical "hands-on" expert for the production floor. You will be the critical link between the Design Engineering team and Operations, responsible for translating engineering designs into efficient, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing processes.

You will design the production workflow, develop tools and fixtures, create work instructions, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. You'll enjoy working in a fun, collaborative, and fast-paced (high-mix/low-volume) "GSD" (Get Stuff Done) manufacturing operation.

This position reports to the Engineering Manager.

Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering is required.
  • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR regulations.
  • 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in the mil/aero, space, or medical device industry.
  • Experience in cable and harness assembly is highly preferred.
  • Proven experience designing tools, fixtures, and production aids.
  • Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
  • Experience leading Lean/Kaizen events and driving continuous improvement.
  • Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
  • Proficiency with an MRP/ERP system (Syspro preferred) and CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD).
  • Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Our core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment(ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Are You Our Next ACE?
  • Act as the primary technical support for the production team, leading all troubleshooting and problem-solving for manufacturing processes.
  • Design, develop, and implement tools, fixtures, and production aids to improve quality, safety, and efficiency.
  • Create and maintain detailed manufacturing work instructions, process sheets, and production routers in the ERP system.
  • Lead Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews with engineering to ensure new designs are optimized for production.
  • Manage the NPI (New Product Introduction) process from an operations perspective, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to full production.
  • Lead continuous improvement (Lean/Kaizen) events to optimize production workflow, reduce waste, and improve product-build efficiency.
  • Partner with the Quality team to conduct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations for any manufacturing-related issues.
  • Define and validate manufacturing process times and labor standards to support the estimating and planning teams.
  • Provide technical advice and training to production leads and assemblers on new processes and equipment.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Systems You'll Use:
  • Google Workspace
  • ADP / Syspro / QMS / CAD Software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) / Smartviews / Salesforce / Planful / AwardCo

Pay Transparency:

Winchester Interconnect Corporation is committed to pay transparency. The pay range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 per year plus 10% AIP. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors Winchester Interconnect Corporation considers relevant to the hiring decision.

For a sneak peek into some of our benefits and to learn more about our career opportunities, click here https://www.winconn.com/jobs/.

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