Manufacturing Engineer I

Ascentec Engineering LLC is growing and it's an exciting time to join our company! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and like providing world-class service to customers, then please take a look at this opportunity!
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer 1 who will be a key player on our engineering team. This person will focus on enhancing production quality, efficiency, and volume. This role requires a proactive approach to project management, process development, and troubleshooting in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
This job is onsite and not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Requirements
Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and lean manufacturing principles.
• Optimize production methods, material flow, tooling, assembly methods, and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and apply new processes.
• Document, test, and evaluate processes and equipment for new products.
• Manage schedules, resources, and budgets for engineering projects.
• Develop strong relationships with internal teams, providing feedback and support for continuous improvement.
• Identify and address manufacturing challenges through root cause analysis and lean methodologies.
• Contribute to the design and installation of new production machinery and equipment upgrades.
• Support the development of standardized work methods and practices.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Manufacturing Technology.
• One or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a related field.
• Project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative.
• Leadership and Communication, including the ability to motivate and guide teams.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, capable of working constructively with all stakeholders including team members, management, and external partners.
• Analytical Skills, including strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate risks and devise contingency plans.
• Capacity to analyze complex data and reports to make effective decisions.
• Adaptability, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities.
• Resilient in managing the dynamic nature of technical projects and capable of performing under pressure.

• Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Flexible / Detail Oriented
• Reliable and dependable
• Positive customer focused attitude.
• Enjoys fast pace and rapidly changing environment
• Honest with stellar integrity
• Professional demeanor and respectful in all situations
• Flexible and willing to help others as needs and tasks change often
• Team player

• In a typical day the employee will spend time in the office and on the production floor, where the noise level is low to moderate.
• May on a regular basis walk, bend, and lift up to 15 pounds
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

• Competitive compensation package DOE
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401k with matching company funds
• Paid Holidays/Paid time off
• Paid short- & long-term Disability coverage