Manufacturing Engineer III

About the Client

Our client is a global medical technology manufacturing partner specializing in precision, metals‑based solutions from concept through full‑scale production. They support advanced healthcare markets including robotic‑assisted surgery, orthopedics, surgical instruments, and dental applications, working closely with leading medical device OEMs worldwide.

With a vertically integrated manufacturing environment, the organization offers state‑of‑the‑art machining, fabrication, assembly, and finishing capabilities across multiple facilities. Known for technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, their teams are driven by a shared mission to deliver high‑quality solutions that make a meaningful impact on patient care.

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking a process‑driven, results‑oriented Manufacturing & Costing Engineer to support process development, cost modeling, and new product quoting within a medical device contract manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong technical fundamentals, attention to detail, and a growth‑oriented mindset. The position plays a critical role in driving improvements across Quality, Delivery, Cost, Safety, and Morale through data‑driven decisions and hands‑on engineering leadership.

What You’ll Do

Manufacturing & NPI Engineering

• Ensure full compliance with safety, quality systems, and applicable regulatory requirements (including FDA and ISO standards).
• Develop and implement lean manufacturing processes in a cellular environment across machining, fabrication, assembly, and secondary operations.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts to eliminate waste and drive sustainable process improvements.
• Create and maintain standard work, process instructions, and engineering documentation.
• Plan and execute engineering projects independently, from concept through implementation.
• Support effective launch of new products in a contract manufacturing setting.
• Evaluate, develop, and integrate new manufacturing technologies and process capabilities.
• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize productivity and cost.
• Own and manage CAPAs within defined areas of responsibility.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, and supply partners to improve manufacturability and reduce cost.
• Develop and execute validation protocols, material evaluations, and process qualifications.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly with both internal teams and customers.

Costing & Quotation Leadership

• Lead costing and quotation development for new business opportunities, supporting small‑format and precision machining programs.
• Partner with subject matter experts to define optimal manufacturing approaches, cycle times, equipment strategies, and automation concepts.
• Identify and communicate Design for Manufacturability (DFM) opportunities that improve cost, quality, and delivery.
• Provide technical credibility in customer proposals by clearly explaining the manufacturing approach.
• Evaluate new technologies and capabilities to strengthen cost competitiveness and customer value.
• Own assigned quotes to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
• Support engineering and quoting activities across other network facilities as needed.

What Success Looks Like

• Projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget with minimal supervision.
• Continuous improvements are driven through data, analysis, and structured problem‑solving.
• Cross‑functional collaboration leads to creative, practical solutions.
• Customer expectations—internal and external—are consistently met or exceeded.
• Quotes are accurate, strategic, and aligned with both customer needs and business objectives.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in a comparable engineering role, preferably within medical device manufacturing.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with the ability to justify technical decisions.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, new product development, or product launches.
• Solid understanding of precision machining, secondary processes, assembly, and inspection.
• Working knowledge of FDA regulations, ISO standards, and GD&T.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team‑based environment.