Manufacturing Engineer - Medical Device - Burlington, MA

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing and optimizing manufacturing methods, tooling, and documented processes to improve efficiency and product quality. This role involves analyzing production challenges, supporting CAD/CAM activities, collaborating with supervisors, and ensuring adherence to technical specifications, safety standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Client Details

My client is a medical device company focused on designing and manufacturing specialized equipment for healthcare applications. The company emphasizes innovation, quality, and reliability while serving a range of clinical and research environments.

Description

You will report directly into the Operations Manager and be responsible for:

• Developing and optimizing manufacturing methods, non-standard tooling, and documented processes for production.
• Analyzing and resolving manufacturing problems while driving continuous productivity improvements.
• Collaborating with area supervisors to optimize machine setup processes and reduce cycle times.
• Evaluating existing manufacturing processes to identify factors affecting efficiency and non-conformance.
• Generating drawings, process sheets, and travelers required for manufacturing operations.
• Providing CAD support for CAM programming and related activities.
• Managing multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace in compliance with company standards.
• Applying strong technical knowledge of metalworking and plating processes to support production.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions to ensure product conformance.
• Implementing process engineering practices including workpiece control, tolerance stacking, datum controls, and fixturing concepts.
• Performing in-process inspections using precision measuring devices and interpreting results.
• Working independently as well as collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Communicating effectively and respectfully with coworkers at all levels of the organization.

Profile

A successful candidate will have

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• GD&T, blueprint interpreting, and inspection skills
• Metal working and/or plating experience a plus
• Strong process improvement skills
• Precision measurement device skills
• Strong written and verbal communication

Job Offer

The candidate will receive:

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Life and disability insurance
• On-the-job training and career development
• Company-sponsored events

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