Manufacturing Engineer in Richmond

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Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Direct Hire Opening; Company Benefits 401K, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Bonus

Location: Richmond, VA

(1st and 2nd Shift opportunities available)

*2nd Shift will pay a shift differential - Higher Salary

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting production operations by designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes. This is a hands-on role requiring significant time on the production floor, working closely with operators, maintenance, and leadership to drive efficiency, reliability, and continuous improvement. You will also serve as a key link between Sales/Applications Engineering and Production, helping ensure successful execution of projects and ongoing operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spend time on the manufacturing floor observing, documenting, and improving machine performance, process reliability, and production throughput
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues using root cause analysis
• Engage employees at all levels to gather input, build trust, and gain buy-in for continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage capital and expense projects from concept through completion, including research, justification, scheduling, installation, training, and handoff
• Develop project timelines, milestones, and countermeasures to ensure deadlines are met
• Identify inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and implement process improvements to increase productivity and throughput
• Design and develop custom tooling, fixtures, and equipment layouts to improve manufacturing systems
• Clearly communicate project plans, updates, and results using data analysis and hands-on observations
• Develop SOPs, work instructions, and best practices to support safe and efficient operations
• Train production and maintenance personnel to ensure process consistency, safety, and reliability

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering role
• Experience working in a custom or high-mix manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, automation, and industrial equipment
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept through implementation
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Familiarity with TPM, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on, self-driven individual with strong problem-solving skills
• High level of ownership, accountability, and adaptability
• Ability to work 1st shift hours (6:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.)
• Background and Drug Test will be required

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