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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$129K - $171K *

Take ownership of production readiness for space hardware, driving designs from low-rate to high-rate manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to enhance producibility, reliability, and efficiency whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive critical production runs in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and quality in cGMP and non-cGMP Gene Therapy campaigns while collaborating across multiple business facets...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $85K *

Unlock potential by leading manufacturing teams to achieve production goals, ensuring safety and quality standards are met across Test, Assembly, Clean Room, and Machine Shop operations while driving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence through project management, lean implementation, and process standardization. Contribute to cost reduction and efficiency improvements wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $185K *

Innovate manufacturing processes as a Senior Engineer, optimizing design, implementation, and production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, resolve issues, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading sheet metal forming and welding processes for aerospace applications. Drive quality and efficiency from development to high-rate production, collaborating a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $207K *

Unlock potential by managing manufacturing processes for pulser modules, driving prototype transitions to production. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance assembly operations and ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $136K *

Drive the evolution of manufacturing processes by leading forming operations, enhancing production efficiency, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize rocket structure fabrication for fut...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes for electronic products, managing a team of engineers to enhance quality, efficiency, and innovation while driving continuous improvement initiati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Product Engineer, driving innovation in composite development for high-value aerospace and defense programs while mentoring teams and managing strategic customer rela...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $253K *

Join a team that's transforming electromechanical systems through innovative design and analysis. Collaborate with diverse engineers to support full life-cycle programs, ensuring cutting-edge solution...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape quality processes by developing and revising systems that enhance product integrity. Collaborate across teams to implement improvements, manage corrective actions, and uphold standards and compl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leading audits, evaluations, and corrective actions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and compliance with industry standards while drivi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage in quality control processes, ensuring compliance with ISO standards while collaborating across departments to enhance product reliability and performance in a dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by performing engineering assignments with defined objectives in a dynamic industrial environment. Collaborate on designs, create detailed drawings, and support project success throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $127K *

Explore a dynamic engineering career, enhancing operational excellence and compliance across manufacturing and technical projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improveme...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's innovating the future of battery pack assembly through hands-on engineering. Shape processes, tooling, and safety protocols to ensure efficient, repeatable production as we scale op...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $166K *

Transform vehicle launch processes by managing new model programs, ensuring quality and efficiency through collaboration and issue resolution across manufacturing plants. Drive excellence in pre-produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by driving continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to enhance productivity, quality, and safety while implementing Lean methodologies to achie...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Drive innovative manufacturing solutions and lead a team to ensure product transition from development to scalable production, enhancing efficiency, quality, and collaboration across engineering funct...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying non-conformance issues and implementing effective corrective actions. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to enhance production processes...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead daily production performance by ensuring efficient operations, coordinating cross-functional resources, and driving rapid problem resolution to maintain safe and stable manufacturing processes wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes by analyzing production methods, implementing efficient layouts, and enhancing quality control to ensure timely and compliant project deliveries w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Transform engineering processes by defining requirements for materials and manufacturing technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in aerospace and defense...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $235K *

Lead the charge in optimizing high-volume manufacturing processes, enhancing equipment performance, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.