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TAD PGS, Inc

$60/hr

We have an outstanding Contract position for a Manufacturing Engineering to join a leading Company located in the Canoga Park, CA surrounding area. Pay Rate: $60 **US Citizenship is required.

Xylem

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Holland, MI

$104K - $130K/yr

You'll lead a team of two Manufacturing Engineers while partnering closely with Operations and Product Design Engineering to improve manufacturability, drive continuous improvement, and execute ...

Amicis Global

Manufacturing Engineering

San Antonio, TX · On-site

AU$45 - AU$55/hr

Manufacturing Engineering Location: San Antonio, TX Duration: 6+ Months of Contract on W2 Plans and leads department/organization processes for developing, implementing, and maintaining various ...

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How much do manufacturing engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for manufacturing engineering in the United States is $85,613.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a manufacturing engineer do?

A manufacturing engineer designs, develops, and improves manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety. They analyze production workflows, select appropriate tools and equipment, and often use computer-aided design (CAD) and manufacturing (CAM) software. Their work ensures products are produced cost-effectively while meeting quality standards.

How does a manufacturing engineer typically collaborate with other departments to improve production processes?

Manufacturing Engineers work closely with cross-functional teams, such as design, quality assurance, and operations, to optimize production processes. They often participate in meetings to review product designs, address manufacturing challenges, and develop solutions that enhance efficiency and quality. Regular collaboration with maintenance and supply chain teams is also common, ensuring equipment reliability and timely material flow. This teamwork fosters a dynamic environment where continuous improvement is encouraged, and successful projects can lead to increased responsibility and advancement opportunities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a manufacturing engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manufacturing Engineer, you generally need a degree in engineering (often mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing), along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with CAD software, PLC programming, Lean Manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma certification is commonly required. Effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability are important soft skills for collaborating across departments and responding to production challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring efficient production processes, reducing costs, and maintaining high product quality in a competitive manufacturing environment.

What is the difference between Manufacturing Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?

AspectManufacturing EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering; certifications like CMfgEBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, production plants, manufacturing facilitiesDesign offices, research labs, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageHeavy in manufacturing, production, and process optimizationBroader, including automotive, aerospace, energy, and product design
Common Search/ComparisonManufacturing EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering focuses on designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes and systems within production environments. Mechanical Engineering covers a broader scope, including design, analysis, and development of mechanical systems across various industries. While both roles require engineering degrees and share some certifications, Manufacturing Engineers specialize in production efficiency, whereas Mechanical Engineers often work on product design and development.

What is manufacturing engineering?

Manufacturing engineering is a branch of engineering focused on designing, analyzing, and improving manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment. Manufacturing engineers work to make production more efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality by implementing new technologies, optimizing workflows, and ensuring safety and sustainability. They collaborate closely with other departments to bring products from design to production, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve operations. This field is vital in industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and consumer goods.
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Manufacturing Engineering

TAD PGS, Inc

$60/hr

Contractor

Medical, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

We have an outstanding Contract position for a Manufacturing Engineering to join a leading Company located in the Canoga Park, CA surrounding area.

Pay Rate: $60

**US Citizenship is required.**
**Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.**

This position will be responsible for mechanical component manufacture, assembly, and integration into rocket engine and power systems products. Responsibilities include designing and planning layout component fabrication, assembly, and material handling, planning the sequence of operations, and specifying procedures. The scope of responsibility will be for several mechanical components or as a process engineer supporting new and developing processes that could be utilized on all programs, with the potential to acquire greater responsibility as performance and experience dictate.

Responsibilities:
  • The manufacturing engineer's work is performed with general oversight.
  • May manage large projects or processes that are both inside and outside of immediate job area.
  • Typically responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees.
  • Typically responsible for managing complex projects at this level, involving delegation of work and review of work products.
  • The manufacturing engineer communicates within and outside of own function or business area and has responsibility for communicating with parties external to the organization (e.g., customers, vendors, etc.) when necessary.
  • Explains, interprets, and gains cooperation on policies, procedures, and practices.
  • The manufacturing engineer's work consists of making moderate to substantial improvements or enhancements to systems and processes to improve the performance of the job area.
  • Opportunities for problem solving and innovation are complex and may require comprehensive information gathering, analysis, and investigation to understand the problem.
  • Problems typically involve consideration of multiple issues, job areas, or specialties.
  • Problems are generally solved through creative solutions, drawing from prior experience and in-depth analysis of issues.
  • The manufacturing engineer works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results.
  • Contributes to the development of goals for the department and planning efforts (budgets, operational plans, etc.).
  • The candidate will utilize design and business software (ProE, CATIA, and/or other similar CAD/virtual manufacturing tools/software, MS Office applications such as Word, Excel) to develop, design, review, and fabricate hardware in support of the Operation and enabling support processes, and the Engineering customer.
  • Developing and Implementing Manufacturing Fabrication and Assembly Processes and Systems.
  • The candidate will develop and implement the process of precision turning operation and welding of complex configurations on a wide range of material types, which will include: Determining tooling requirements to safely facilitate optimum positioning of surfaces for machining, cleaning, packaging, and protection for the milling process; supporting and maintaining dimensional requirements; determining machine loading, setups, hardware handling instructions, and scheduling.
  • Perform risk assessments to ensure risks to personnel and the environment are eliminated, and risks to hardware and facility are accurately assessed and communicated to management.
  • Determine cleaning and etching processes for a wide variety of materials.
  • Support design reviews - CDR, CoDR, PDR.
  • The candidate will manage processes in accordance with the Lean methodology, which will include process certification, process improvement methods (e.g., Kaizen, 3P, VSM, etc).
  • They will also prepare Basis of Estimates (BOE), develop and defend to management key strategic manufacturing plans, risk assessments, and proposals that target customer and business goals; and differentiate between suppliers based on their technical process (Repeatability, Reliability) and business (Reliability, Rates, CSP, ISO compliant) capability.
  • The candidate will determine complex design geometric dimensioning and tolerancing for various machining and measuring methods that meet specifications, tooling, and equipment requirements.
  • The candidate will develop and implement the process of welding complex configurations on a wide range of material types.
  • They will also determine tooling requirements for the welding process, and support and maintain dimensional requirements.

Basic Hiring Criteria:
  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience; Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience; or, in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
  • Requires strong knowledge of job area.
  • Typically viewed as having a specialty within discipline.
  • May have broad knowledge of project management.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, including public speaking.
  • Organizational/Multi-tasking skills that enhance value stream flow and ensure product value streams are effective at meeting customer and company goals.
  • Team building skills - develop relationships across value stream and enabling department resources to effectively manage product value stream.
  • Candidate must be able to thrive in a team environment, work independently, and embrace continuous improvement.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance