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Senior Manufacturing Engineer Technician
Posted: 07/14/2026
Employment Type:
Contract To Hire
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 44914
Pay Rate: 36.00
Job Description
Senior Manufacturing Engineer Technician
For our leading contract manufacturing client, we are hiring a Senior Manufacturing Engineer Technician to work in the West Boylston, MA, area.
Note: This role will start on first shift (7:00AM - 3:00PM) and will transition to second shift (3:00PM to 11:00PM) in September / October this year. When the shift changes from first to second, the pay for this role will increase. So, candidates must be open to working second shift.
This position has the following responsibilities:
- Capable of efficiently processing ECO/ECNs in both high volume low mix and low volume high mix product environments, ideally with multiple customers and various business segments.
- Proven experience in developing new and improved engineering processes, including ECO/ECNs, work instruction development, BOM creation and manipulation, build support documentation systems, and assembly floor interface solutions.
- Capable of evaluating and recommending new software tools to enhance productivity and accuracy of ECN/ECO activities.
- Evaluate facilities requirements and propose efficient cellular manufacturing layouts.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP system design and configuration, including but not limited to engineering change process development in support of new and existing customers.
- Proficient in Excel, able to manipulate data in support of ERP systems upgrades.
- Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators to improve processes and efficiency.
- Improves manufacturing efficiency by applying LEAN, 5S and Six Sigma methods, analyzing and planning staffing, work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
- Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
- Provides manufacturing decision-making information to management by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. Includes NPI (SPL) support of new products.
- Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
- Proficient level of understanding or background in lean manufacturing, DFX, fixture design, part design, design for manufacturing and assembly practices.
- Creates and maintains manufacturing records including Bills of Material, assembly and test procedures and work instructions, and test records.
- Implements continuous product improvements aimed at improving reliability, design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA), as dictated by customer or business needs and requests.
- Keeps production and test equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
- Support floor personnel in assembly for manufacture, troubleshooting documentation and design issues to resolution.
- Engage Manufacturing Engineering and Production to develop, design and deploy assembly fixtures and tooling during the pilot launch phase.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Support Program/Project Managers by providing technical assistance
- Perform costing and /or estimates for product changes or new products.
- Direct activities and provide guidance and oversight to more junior engineers and technicians.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering Discipline.
- 6+ years’ experience working in an ISO regulated capital equipment product or contract manufacturing environment.
- Proficient with CAD (SolidWorks preferred), MS Office, MS Project, and MRP/ERP systems.
- Solid technical aptitude and understanding of electro/mechanical assemblies.
- Working knowledge of Business Process Software; MRP/PDM; Epicor E9/10 and SW EPDM software experience a plus.
- Solid knowledge of GT&D, inspection methods and tools.
- Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI).
Working Environment:
- Generally works in an office environment, but may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. Occasional travel required.
Pay Rate: $29.00 - $36.00 / hour W2 (first shift)
Pay Rate: $31.90 - $39.60 / hour W2 (second shift)
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Meet Your Recruiter
John Sabbagh
Recruiting Manager
John Sabbagh has over 10 years of recruiting experience. Starting his career as an Entry Level Recruiter at Panther, our candidates find him genuine and great resource to their career search!
Fun Fact: John is a sports fanatic, he plays in horseshoe and cornhole leagues and loves fantasy football.
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