
Manufacturing Engineer I
- Elmira, NY
- $58,800-94,200 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide process engineering support for medical device manufacturing, including hands-on troubleshooting and failure analysis of CNC and electro-mechanical systems such as milling machines and lathes.
- Lead and support scrap reduction efforts, non-conformance investigations, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions to improve product quality and yield.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using LEAN principles and Process Excellence tools to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Support new equipment acquisition, including machine selection, installation, validation, and coordination of employee training and documentation.
- Assist in production line reconfiguration and machine relocation activities, managing equipment arrival, positioning, and scheduling of support teams.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, track costs, prepare status reports, and facilitate meetings to communicate progress and align stakeholders.
- Write and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), and conduct training sessions for manufacturing personnel to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
- Promote open communication and collaboration across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, and site support teams to ensure alignment and effective problem-solving.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or a related field.
- Accepted: Associates Degree in an Engineering related field plus 5 years of relevant experience in an Engineer or Technician role.
- Accepted: No Degree, with Ten years relevant experience in an Engineer or Technician role in an Engineering field.
- Minimum of 1-year experience in a Manufacturing or Design Engineering environment (internships, co-ops, practical experience) is required.
- Experience with hands on failure analysis and equipment troubleshooting required.
- Project management and strong organizational skills required.
- Strong written, verbal communication, and computer skills required.
- Experience with FDA regulations or ISO standards desirable.
- Experience with SAP, AutoCAD, PTC Creo and MS Project desirable.
- Experience with automated systems and advanced measuring systems desirable.
- Experience with metal cutting equipment; mills, lathes or grinding machines desirable.
- Supports and operates in a proactive, safe, climate-controlled environment
- Must be willing to support global projects including up to 5% domestic travel.
- Willing to adjust schedule to support 2nd, 3rd and weekend operations on occasion as needed.
- Readiness to work in conditions that may be warm, cool and/or noisy along with exposure to oil, coolants and other manufacturing related chemicals.