Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite
About the Opportunity
A growing manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to serve as a key link between Product Development, Engineering, Industrial Design, and Manufacturing. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on role focused on transforming product concepts into efficient, repeatable manufacturing processes.
The ideal candidate enjoys working cross-functionally, solving technical challenges, and partnering with both design and production teams to bring new products to market.
What You'll Be Doing
- Act as the bridge between Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes for new and existing products
- Support product launches from concept through production
- Participate in prototype development, testing, and manufacturing trials
- Troubleshoot production and process-related issues
- Translate product designs into manufacturable, scalable solutions
- Partner with domestic and international manufacturing teams to support production needs
- Drive continuous improvements in quality, efficiency, and manufacturability
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Manufacturing Engineering experience
- Understanding of product development and manufacturing processes
- Strong technical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and disciplines
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Comfortable in both office and manufacturing environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with soft goods manufacturing, including upholstery, fabrics, vinyl, leather, or related materials
- Product development or new product introduction experience
- Prototype, testing, or development lab experience
- Experience supporting production facilities and manufacturing operations
- Background in seating, furniture, automotive interiors, recreational products, or similar industries
What Makes This Opportunity Attractive
- High-visibility role with significant cross-functional exposure
- Opportunity to influence both product development and manufacturing strategy
- Hands-on involvement with prototypes, new products, and production implementation
- Collaborative culture with direct interaction across engineering, manufacturing, and design teams
- Opportunity for growth and career development within a stable manufacturing environment
Travel
- Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities as needed
- Travel is project-driven and not expected to be extensive
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of design and production. Whether you have several years of experience or are earlier in your engineering career, success in this position comes from being adaptable, collaborative, hands-on, and capable of turning ideas into manufacturable products.
- Apply today to learn more about this confidential Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in the Milwaukee area.