Manufacturing Engineer - Metal & Assembly - Springfield, MA

• Lead hands on process improvements and make a real impact on daily operations.
• Opportunities to take on broader plant wide engineering challenges.

About Our Client
Our client is a well established manufacturer known for producing critical components that support industrial operations across multiple sectors. The company focuses on precision manufacturing, continuous improvement, and delivering high performance solutions to its customers.
Job Description
In the Manufacturing Engineer role, you will be responsible for:

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for cost, quality, and efficiency
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production and equipment issues
• Support new product launches, including process planning and team training
• Design and optimize tooling, fixtures, and equipment
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and support capital planning
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and visual management enhancements
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure process reliability and safety

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Manufacturing Engineer applicant will:

• Have a strong background in manufacturing or process engineering
• Be hands on, proactive, and solutions focused on the plant floor
• Demonstrate problem solving skills through root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• Be skilled in tooling, fixture design, and CAD drawing
• Apply continuous improvement tools such as Lean, DMAIC, and visual management (e.g., Gemba boards)
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including maintenance and production
• Adapt to changing priorities and support multiple areas such as metal finishing or plant-wide operations
• Hold a degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• Have 2-3 years of experience for junior-level roles or 5+ years for senior-level consideration

What's on Offer
What's On Offer:

• Competitive salary + performance bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Hands-on, collaborative work environment

If you're passionate about advancing your career as a Manufacturing Engineer, we encourage you to apply!
Contact
Ashley Santos
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6788819