Manufacturing Engineer, El Paso

Manufacturing Engineer (On-Site) Manufacturing Engineer, Position Overview This is an on-site Manufacturing Engineer role with schedule flexibility to support production operations across first and/or second shift. Typical working hours fall within a 07:00–18:00 time band, with limited remote work permitted in special, pre-approved situations. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in the development, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, working closely with domestic and international suppliers as well as cross-functional internal teams. This position requires a strong hands-on engineering background, technical leadership, and the ability to operate effectively across the full supply chain. Key Responsibilities ( Responsibilities include, but are not limited to ): Manufacturing Process Development&Validation Lead the development, documentation, validation, and ongoing verification of manufacturing processes. Define and execute process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ongoing process verification plans. Establish process standards, ensure process capability, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Support and facilitate the successful launch of new products into production. Quality&Risk Management Participate in and support risk management activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, DFA, and DFM. Investigate and respond to production and post-production quality issues, including customer feedback. Act as a technical consultant for CAPA activities, engineering changes, and quality improvements. Support final component and assembly Verification&Validation (V&V) activities. Supplier&Product Transfer Support Support and lead product and component transfers to external suppliers. Lead remediation efforts for engineering designs and documentation to support successful product transfers. Collaborate with suppliers to improve capability, quality, and lean manufacturing performance. Technical&Cross-Functional Collaboration Provide manufacturing engineering support to: Purchasing / Supply Chain Quality Assurance&Quality Control Receiving Machine Shop Assembly Configuration Management Shipping Act as a technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers. Initiate Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs). Participate actively in internal and external technical and project review meetings. Tooling, Fixtures&CAD Design and develop fixtures, tooling, and production aids to support manufacturing and assembly. Use 3D CAD tools to support fixture design and layout modifications. Support product designs from a Design-for-Manufacturability (DFM) perspective. Lean&Continuous Improvement Drive Lean Manufacturing principles internally and with suppliers. Identify opportunities for waste reduction, cost savings, and efficiency improvements. Continuously improving manufacturing systems, processes, and documentation. Required Technical Expertise Strong technical background in: 3D CAD design Aluminum extrusions Sheet metal and metal fabrication Welding and metal stamping CNC machining (3- and 4-axis) Finishing processes (powder coat, anodizing, zinc/nickel plating, etc.) Plastic injection molding Aluminum high-pressure die casting and gravity casting Hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies, shop tools, presses, torque tools, and work instructions. Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T (or ISO/DIN equivalents). Working knowledge of QC metrology tools. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent (from an accredited university). 4 - 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering role supporting CNC manufactured parts, finished components, and product transfers. Strong understanding of material properties (metals and polymers), fasteners, and mechanical hardware. Experience working within ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems. Demonstrated experience with risk management, validation, and CAPA methodologies. Proven ability to lead and collaborate in cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment. Excellent organization and project management skills; able to manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously. Proficiency in CREO Parametric (Pro/ENGINEER), SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD systems. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) strongly preferred