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Safariland

Manufacturing Engineer-DGM

Jacksonville, FL

$67K - $87K/yr

Collaborate with the Duty Gear Team to drive lean manufacturing, optimization, and continuous ... Two (2) to five (5) years of related manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or automation ...

Safariland

Manufacturing Engineer-DGM

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Collaborate with the Duty Gear Team to drive lean manufacturing, optimization, and continuous ... Two (2) to five (5) years of related manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or automation ...

Hydro Gear Partnership

Manufacturing Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

Description Manufacturing Engineer - Electronic Assembly We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to ... Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving ...

Martin Sprocket & Gear

Manufacturing Engineer

Paragould, AR · On-site

$67K - $86K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Are you ready to bring your Manufacturing Engineering skills to a team that ... At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we're dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission ...

Martin Sprocket & Gear

Manufacturing Engineer

Paragould, AR · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Are you ready to bring your Manufacturing Engineering skills to a team that ... At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we're dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission ...

Martin Sprocket & Gear

Manufacturing Engineer

Paragould, AR · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Are you ready to bring your Manufacturing Engineering skills to a team that ... At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we're dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission ...

Perfection Gear

$53K - $69K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Full Time Asheville, NC, US Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer ... The role is based in the Asheville, NC Perfection Gear location and will report to the Plant ...

Perfection Gear

Manufacturing Engineer

Asheville, NC · On-site

$69K - $88K/yr

Manufacturing Engineer Full Time Asheville, NC, US Position Summary The Manufacturing Engineer ... The role is based in the Asheville, NC Perfection Gear location and will report to the Plant ...

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Senior Gear Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$160K - $250K/yr

Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure ... Define gear manufacturing strategy - cutting, grinding, powder metal, MIM, or plastics - and drive ...

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How much do internship gear manufacturing engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship gear manufacturing engineer in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Gear Manufacturing Engineer vs Gear Manufacturing Engineer?

AspectInternship Gear Manufacturing EngineerGear Manufacturing Engineer
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering program, some certifications optionalBachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, certifications like Six Sigma beneficial
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, entry-level tasksFull-time manufacturing environment, responsible for design, process improvement
Employer & Industry UsageInternship programs in manufacturing companies, training rolesEstablished manufacturing firms, responsible for gear production processes

The main difference is that an Internship Gear Manufacturing Engineer is a training role for students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, while a Gear Manufacturing Engineer is a full-time professional responsible for designing and optimizing gear production processes. Internships serve as a stepping stone toward a full engineering career in gear manufacturing.

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Infographic showing various Internship Gear Manufacturing Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Manufacturing Engineer-DGM

Jacksonville, FL

Safariland
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$67K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer oversees key operational improvement and optimization initiatives for Safariland armor manufacturing. This role provides technical support to manufacturing departments, implements process improvements, supports automation initiatives, and develops strategies to improve efficiency, delivery, safety, quality, throughput, and cost performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Work with Focus Factory Manager(s) to achieve optimal levels of efficiency, delivery, and quality performance.
  • Participate in cost reduction initiatives for Safariland Duty Gear manufacturing.
  • Lead or support continuous improvement and change control projects.
  • Support design-for-manufacturing initiatives and production process improvements.
  • Prepare documentation, analysis, project status updates, test results, and ISO documentation.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement effective countermeasures.
  • Conduct time studies for new and existing products.
  • Use SolidWorks and DraftSight for computer-aided design and drafting activities.
  • Complete value stream maps, recommend improvement strategies, and support implementation.
  • Collaborate with the Duty Gear Team to drive lean manufacturing, optimization, and continuous improvement.
  • Apply Lean Six Sigma and 5S methods to manage process and quality improvement activities.
  • Research, justify, recommend, and implement automation processes and equipment within manufacturing facilities.
  • Identify and implement automation opportunities including robotics, collaborative robots, vision systems, material handling, fixtures, sensors, and machine controls.
  • Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Quality, EHS, IT, vendors, and system integrators to scope, install, validate, troubleshoot, and sustain automated equipment.
  • Identify & implement automation projects including user requirements, equipment specifications, FAT/SAT, commissioning, training, change control, and post-launch performance tracking.
  • Analyze automation performance data, downtime, OEE, cycle time, scrap, and quality metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Key Skills
  • Manufacturing process improvement and production optimization
  • Automation project identification, ROI justification, and implementation
  • Robotics, collaborative robots, machine vision, sensors, and automated material handling
  • PLC-controlled equipment, HMI interfaces, industrial controls, and troubleshooting
  • Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis
  • Equipment specification, commissioning, validation, and production ramp-up
  • Cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, IT, vendors, and integrators

Required Experience
  • Two (2) to five (5) years of related manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or automation project experience.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing automation including cobot implementation, robotics, machine guarding, sensors, vision systems, and automated material handling.
  • Experience supporting automation equipment selection, ROI justification, vendor coordination, commissioning, operator training, and production ramp-up.
  • Basic understanding of PLC-controlled equipment, HMI interfaces, industrial controls, electrical schematics, and automated manufacturing troubleshooting.
  • Experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical.
  • High proficiency using SolidWorks required

Preferred Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience with PLC/HMI platforms, manufacturing data collection systems, robotics programming, machine vision, or automation system integration.
  • Bachelor's degree required; industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical degree preferred.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Oversee justification, planning, and execution of capital projects, ensuring alignment with budgets and schedules.
  • Demonstrated experience managing capital equipment projects and facility layout initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface across Supply Chain, Inventory, Planning, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, IT, vendors, and integrators.
  • Working knowledge of automation controls, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, cobots, machine vision, sensors, safety circuits, guarding, and industrial networking concepts.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, process flow diagrams, equipment manuals, and automation documentation.
  • Ability to develop equipment specifications, process requirements, standard work, training materials, risk assessments, and validation documentation for automated systems.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for automated manufacturing equipment, including downtime, cycle time, quality, and repeatability issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with MRP (Microsoft D365), ISO systems, and manufacturing data collection systems.
  • Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable working in a high-tempo manufacturing environment with shifting priorities.

Physical Demands
  • Standing, walking, sitting, lift min of 40 pounds, and use of manual and powered equipment as required.

Safety Requirements
  • Follow general safety guidelines and all safety requirements specific to assigned duties.

Work Environment
  • Manufacturing work environment; indoor, climate-controlled setting.

Why work at Safariland?
At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.
Eligible employees are offered:
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
  • Employer paid disability
  • Wellness program
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Work life balance
  • Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.
For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.
All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.

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