Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

What you’ll do

• Collaborate with the Product Design and Operations teams to scope and source equipment that meets product and volume requirements while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance.
• Write Request for Quote and Request for Proposal documents that specify the requirements for equipment designs.
• Conduct equipment risk assessments and implement appropriate safeguards.
• Ensure all equipment meets relevant safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Collaborate with the Procurement Team to identify equipment suppliers, lead bid meetings, evaluate quotes and proposals, and negotiate purchase order terms.
• Manage contractors through the detailed design, fabrication, factory acceptance testing, installation, and site acceptance testing of new manufacturing equipment.
• Provide technical training and support to maintenance technicians and operators.
• Collaborate with the Finance and Accounting Team to manage project budgets and payments.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs and spare parts plans to maximize equipment uptime.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment failures.
• Analyze equipment performance data to drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Other duties as required.

What you bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume, highly automated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic drawings.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, automation systems, and industrial controls.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with accountability and attention to detail.