Manufacturing Engineer (5 YOE req; $85,000-$110,000)

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: near Dickson, TN (an hour west of Nashville)

Salary: $85,000-$110,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Life, 401k w/ matching, PTO, Holidays

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical hours: 9x80 schedule (Typically 9-hour workdays to have every other Friday off)

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship is not available

Manufacturing Engineer (manufacturing engineering exp. req.) Description

Our client, a well-established chemical manufacturer, is looking for a passionate and proactive Manufacturing Engineer to add to their team (<150 company-wide) in the Nashville area. In this role, you’ll split your time between traditional engineering initiatives like product design and project engineering with optimizing manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in implementing processes and equipment that positively impact operational efficiency. You will design tooling and fixtures for their equipment (presses, mixers, reactors, etc.) to avoid any disruptions to production goals and customer objectives. While they do have some automated processes, it is a fairly manual environment. They are looking for someone who would enjoy being a part of a team that is actively looking to be more at the forefront of innovation. If you are looking for a role that offers more impact, this is your chance to help them blaze a new trail within their multi-site (all local) production facilities. You will likely be supporting the creation of products you have never done before. So, for candidates looking to expand their scope of work, this would be a meaningful opportunity to participate in the design of new products that will be used across the world within aerospace, defense, and oil & gas.

Manufacturing Engineer (manufacturing engineering exp. req.) Responsibilities

• Enhance manufacturing processes using new equipment and design changes

• Identify and support the procurement and incorporation of specialized equipment and tooling

• Ensure smooth installation and adherence to safety protocols

• Design, procure, and employ new tooling and fixtures for production

• Collaborate in the development of new products from concept to manufacturing

• Create and execute methods to boost manufacturing effectiveness and reliability

• Write technical reports, safety assessments, and process documentation

• Oversee customer and internal programs, ensuring compliance with requirements

• Assist with bid decisions and provide accurate project estimates

• Work cross-functionally to ensure alignment of technical requirements

• Maintain a safety-first culture and an environment of innovation

Manufacturing Engineer (manufacturing engineering exp. req.) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required

• 5 years of engineering experience including tooling and fixtures required

• Strong background in manufacturing supporting continuous improvement required

• 3D modeling experience required