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# Manufacturing Engineer - Precision - Portland, ME

- **Company:** Page Michael International Inc
- **Location:** Portland, OR, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Reliability Engineering, Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- **Published:** August 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us4e60715cbb912c00a1bb900fe81b9dd1

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
 * 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
 * Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on engineering experience.
 * Proficiency with AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop, and Autodesk Inventor.
 * Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and processes.
 * Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and precision measurement tools.
 * Familiarity with SPC methodologies; DOE experience is a plus.
 * Experience supporting capital equipment projects and process improvements.
 * Strong communication and technical writing skills.
 * Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
 * Self-directed with strong problem-solving abilities.
 * Comfortable working on the production floor and collaborating across departments.

## Description

The Manufacturing Engineer provides technical leadership and hands-on support to manufacturing operations, helping drive the efficient production of high-quality products. This role is responsible for equipment design and improvement, process optimization, troubleshooting, tooling coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives that support safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.

 * Design, build, and implement manufacturing equipment and tooling.
 * Develop equipment modifications and process improvements.
 * Identify equipment needs and support capital equipment purchases.
 * Research and evaluate equipment vendors and solutions.
 * Develop standardized work instructions and training materials.
 * Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and process-related issues.
 * Partner with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability.
 * Coordinate tooling, fixturing, repairs, and tool room priorities.
 * Create and maintain production standards and operating procedures.
 * Track production performance and refine manufacturing processes.
 * Develop and implement cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
 * Promote compliance with safety standards and best practices.
 * Create and modify engineering prints and documentation.
 * Support machine operators and production personnel as needed.
 * Create work orders and coordinate repair and rebuild activities.
 * Participate in cross-functional improvement and project teams., My client is a leading precision manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development. The company offers a collaborative environment where engineers play a direct role in improving manufacturing performance and supporting long-term growth.
 * Hands-on manufacturing engineering role
 * Lead equipment and process improvements
 * Strong exposure to capital projects
 * Collaborative and team-oriented culture
 * Career growth and development opportunities, The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in developing, optimizing, and launching manufacturing processes for high-volume precision-machined components. This ind…
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