Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

Explore Manufacturing Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Manufacturing engineers help organizations design, improve, and scale the processes that turn materials and components into finished products. Their work can span production systems, equipment, quality, automation, and continuous improvement.

What Manufacturing Engineers Do

Manufacturing engineers develop and refine production methods to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency. Typical responsibilities include evaluating workflows, selecting and implementing equipment, analyzing production data, resolving process issues, and partnering with design, operations, quality, and supply chain teams. The exact scope varies by employer, product, and industry.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with process engineering, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis, and production planning. Knowledge of quality systems, automation, CAD or engineering software, statistical analysis, and relevant regulatory requirements may also be valuable. Strong communication and project management skills help engineers coordinate improvements across teams.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Manufacturing engineers work in industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical devices, consumer goods, and industrial equipment. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineering roles, manufacturing engineering management, process leadership, or operations leadership. Specialized expertise and demonstrated results can help candidates pursue opportunities with broader technical or organizational responsibility.

Find Manufacturing Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Manufacturing Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions that align with your experience, industry knowledge, and career goals.

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$84K - $118K *

Transform manufacturing processes by owning and enhancing final assembly operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, driving continuous imp...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $118K *

Transform manufacturing processes by owning and enhancing final assembly operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency while driving Lean initiatives in a dynamic environ...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $131K *

Design advanced manufacturing processes and tooling solutions to enhance product efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide innovative projects and implement modern technologies supp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and efficiency on the capacitor line. Lead initiatives to enhance yield, reduce costs, and maintain process discipline while f...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $115K *

Drive process optimization and engineering initiatives in manufacturing, enhancing safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead capital projects and implement inn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for advanced composite fuel storage systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency while driving...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Champion process optimization as a Manufacturing Engineer, enhancing automated systems and production efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement innovative solutions while ensuring safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive the development and improvement of electronic production test systems and processes, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing and new product introducti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $121K *

Explore innovative manufacturing solutions by optimizing CNC processes, driving productivity, and collaborating with production teams to enhance efficiency and quality in a fast-paced aerospace enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining manufacturing engineering in aerospace, focusing on creating and processing intricate 3D models, developing specifications, and collaborating with shop personnel to ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $191K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in developing innovative battery material manufacturing processes, ensuring operational excellence from design to commissioning in a collaborative engineering env...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform the manufacturing process by providing engineering support, improving production schedules, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while collaborating closely with technicians and ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge manufacturing processes, tooling design, and production controls while collaborating to resolve quality issues and prioritize continuous improvement initiat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the development of manufacturing processes for PCBA and complex electronics. Collaborate with suppliers and in-house teams to ensure seamless transitions from prototype to...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes for PCBA and complex electronics. Drive development, supplier qualification, and ensure on-time delivery with zero defects while supporting next-gen defense systems f...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing engineering efforts, ensuring compliance with specifications, improving processes, and developing innovative tooling solutions in a fast-paced environment wit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading efficient manufacturing systems, ensuring quality control, and optimizing supply chain logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative product development by managing design, validation, and launch of electromechanical systems for automotive applications, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by leveraging your expertise in additive manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production readiness, ensure quality, and drive continuous improvemen...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes for printed circuit boards. Collaborate across functions to drive efficiency, safety, and quality while implementing innovative soluti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by partnering with plant leaders to enhance manufacturing processes, drive safety and quality improvements, and lead innovative engineering projects that optimize production eff...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize engineering change processes by bridging Engineering and Manufacturing, ensuring seamless design modifications, driving continuous improvement, and resolving technical challenges within diver...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Lead the production launch of autonomous defense vehicles, ensuring seamless transition from prototype to full-rate production. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize assembly systems, mentor engi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and implementing advanced mechanical systems for automated production lines, ensuring safety and efficiency in energetic manufacturin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $185K *

Lead the charge in equipment engineering, balancing hands-on execution with strategic oversight to enhance manufacturing reliability and team performance in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Manufacturing Engineer do?question toggle

    A Manufacturing Engineer designs, evaluates, and improves production processes, equipment, and workflows to support safe, efficient, and consistent manufacturing. Responsibilities vary by company and industry.

  • What qualifications are common for Manufacturing Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for an engineering degree or equivalent experience, along with knowledge of production processes, quality methods, data analysis, and continuous improvement. Specific requirements depend on the product and employer.

  • Which industries hire Manufacturing Engineers?question toggle

    Manufacturing Engineers work across sectors including aerospace, automotive, electronics, medical devices, industrial equipment, and consumer products.

  • What skills can help a Manufacturing Engineer stand out?question toggle

    Relevant skills may include process improvement, lean manufacturing, root-cause analysis, automation, quality systems, statistical analysis, project management, and cross-functional communication.

  • How can I find Manufacturing Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Manufacturing Engineer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements and find positions that match your experience and career goals.