Manufacturing Engineer, Sr.
Apply NowCompany: Standex Engraving
Location: Wakefield, MA 01880
Description:
About Innovent
At Innovent, we're not just building high-performance products-we're shaping the future of materials and manufacturing. With over 30 years of proven experience, we are a global leader in providing cutting-edge honeycomb core solutions used in demanding industries such as aerospace & defense, disposable hygiene, and industrial markets. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and collaboration drives everything we do, and we're looking for driven, talented individuals to join our team.
The Role: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at Innovent, you'll play a key role in shaping the design and manufacturing of our high-performance honeycomb products. You'll work with a talented team to take prototypes from concept to reality, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and precision. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll be a critical partner in designing and improving manufacturing processes, mentoring junior engineers, and leading initiatives to enhance our product offerings.
What You'll Do:
Innovent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Innovent, we're not just building high-performance products-we're shaping the future of materials and manufacturing. With over 30 years of proven experience, we are a global leader in providing cutting-edge honeycomb core solutions used in demanding industries such as aerospace & defense, disposable hygiene, and industrial markets. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and collaboration drives everything we do, and we're looking for driven, talented individuals to join our team.
The Role: Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
As a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at Innovent, you'll play a key role in shaping the design and manufacturing of our high-performance honeycomb products. You'll work with a talented team to take prototypes from concept to reality, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and precision. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll be a critical partner in designing and improving manufacturing processes, mentoring junior engineers, and leading initiatives to enhance our product offerings.
What You'll Do:
- Design & Innovation: Use your expertise to develop innovative mechanical and process designs in CAD (preferably Creo) to meet the high-performance requirements of our products.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with machinists, engineers, and production assemblers to refine and optimize manufacturing processes.
- CNC Expertise: Become an integral part of the manufacturing process by mastering CNC sinker EDM machine operations and developing complex tool paths for CNC milling machines.
- Tooling & Fixture Design: Design, develop, and implement innovative fixturing solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
- Prototyping: Lead the development of physical products through prototype production, assembly, and testing.
- Manufacturing Support: Provide ongoing support to the production team, ensuring smooth operations and resolving manufacturing challenges to keep projects on schedule.
- Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all models, drawings, and manufacturing instructions are accurately processed through our ERP system (Epicor) and document control system.
- Supplier Collaboration: Act as a technical liaison to component and tooling suppliers, ensuring they meet our high-quality standards and providing technical assistance when needed.
- Infrequent travel up to 10%
- Education & Experience: Associate degree in mechanical engineering with 10+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. You'll bring at least 5 years of mechanical engineering expertise.
- CNC Programming Knowledge: Strong understanding of CNC machining, CAM software, and the principles of machining and metalworking.
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency in mechanical CAD software (preferably Creo/PRO-E), with experience designing precision metal parts and mechanical assemblies.
- Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions efficiently.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret mechanical drawings and technical procedures, with familiarity in GD&T.
- Collaborative Mindset: A proactive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- U.S. Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.
- A passion for innovation and continuous improvement
- A strong desire to contribute to a team, learn from others, mentor and grow professionally
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly and concisely
- A solution-driven approach and the ability to adapt to changing requirements
- Proven experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and bringing designs from conception to a manufactured product
- Competitive Salary with performance-based bonuses
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance coverage day one
- Retirement Plan with company matching, scholarship program, and tuition reimbursement
- Paid Time Off vacation sick and paid holidays
- Collaborative Environment: A culture that fosters innovation, mentorship, and team success
- Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required and provided as needed for designated areas
Innovent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.