Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: On-Site, Phoenix, AZ

About the Role

A leading innovator in advanced manufacturing is expanding its engineering team to support high-volume production and new product initiatives. You’ll contribute to innovative projects that make a real impact, leveraging the latest tech in a modern, forward-thinking workspace. If you’re passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence, this position could be your next career move.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and refine manufacturing processes to support new product development.
• Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Design of Experiments (DOE) to identify and mitigate process risks early in the product lifecycle.
• Coordinate with different teams to drive successful product launches.
• Increase throughput and reduce waste in automated manufacturing processes through targeted improvements and optimization.
• Develop and enforce quality protocols to identify and resolve underlying causes of production problems.
• Collaborate on design and implementation of equipment enhancements and ensure accurate records and maintenance.
• Contribute to initiatives that drive efficiency gains and cost reductions, tracking progress through key performance metrics.
• Lead efforts to optimize specific production areas, focusing on consistent performance and meeting output goals.
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Qualifications

• Significant experience (Minimum of five years) in operations or process optimization.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in PFMEA, DOE, and DFM/DFA methodologies.
• Strong understanding of automation systems and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Experience working in high-volume, continuous-flow manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles; green/black belt certification is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Backgrounds

• Experience in electric vehicle (EV), consumer electronics, or medical device manufacturing.
• Participation in project launches and collaborative efforts across functions.
• Prior work with printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) testing, adhesive dispensing, or mechanical joining processes.

About Blue Signal:

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