We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our client in Bedford, Ma on a direct hire basis. 

The Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands-on engineering support to Manufacturing, Quality Control, Materials, and Documentation.

Responsibilities include:

• New product/process development, quality and process improvements, cost reductions, failure investigations, and problem resolution. 
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing efforts to improve quality, performance and costs. Work under limited supervision.

Job Duties:

• Identify opportunities for improvements and resolve inter-disciplinary issues, and implement corrective, preventive, and cost-saving actions.
• Participate in the design, development, and launch of new products and processes.
• Troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems, resolve problems, and develop/implement means to prevent their recurrence.
• Develop, document, qualify, and implement fixtures, and assembly/test equipment.
• Oversee and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and documentation – including procedures, drawings, and bills of material.
• Identify process and/or equipment improvements that will increase production throughput and/or meet changing requirements.
• Identify, develop, qualify, and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Help to reduce scrap, rework, and inspection time through engineering activities to improve process and product reliability.

Education:

• BS or MS in an Engineering discipline (Biomedical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing most relevant), with at least 2 years relevant engineering experience.                                            
• Must be well-rounded systems- and process-oriented engineer with medical device manufacturing and/or design experience.
• Must have good analytical, quantitative, and writing skills.
• Fixture and equipment design using SolidWorks is highly desirable.
• Experience using manufacturing tools is desirable: digital photography, microscopy, Minitab, and/or ladder-logic programming of PLC’s (programmable logic controllers).
• Experience with automated liquid filling and labeling equipment is desirable.
• A general knowledge of mechanical/ electrical/ pneumatic equipment and mfg./ test processes is highly desirable. Typical processes include: mechanical assembly, liquid filling, heat sealing, ultrasonic welding/sealing, RF welding/sealing, adhesive bonding, and leak / flow testing.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills are required, as well as a basic understanding of GMP’s and ISO requirements.