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Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
Location: Waukesha, WI
Job Type: Permanent/Direct-Hire
Compensation: $75,000 - $95,000 per year
Industry: Manufacturing
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About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading provider of power distribution, power conditioning, load bank, and renewable energy equipment solutions. This organization plays a critical role in supporting electrical infrastructure across diverse industries. The position is based at a modern, state-of-the-art facility in Waukesha, WI, where safety, integrity, and innovation drive every aspect of operations.
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be instrumental in optimizing manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring the highest quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to the production of advanced electrical and metal fabrication equipment.
Job Description
In this role, you will:
- Design and develop manufacturing processes for electrical and metal fabrication equipment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and resource optimization.
- Select and maintain machinery, tools, and equipment to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
- Develop and standardize work instructions, procedures, and documentation for manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with engineering during new product introduction (NPI) to ensure manufacturability and scalability.
- Partner with quality teams to create and execute quality control plans and resolve manufacturing-related issues.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for production teams.
- Conduct cost analysis and implement cost-reduction strategies without compromising quality or safety.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and foster a culture of safety.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with expertise in metal fabrication, electro-mechanical, and/or electronic assembly.
- Hands-on experience supporting production lines and driving process improvements.
- Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
- Familiarity with quality control tools and processes (e.g., process control, FMEA).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of safety regulations in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Experience with electrical systems and advanced metal fabrication techniques.
- Background in design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
- Previous involvement in cost-reduction initiatives and productivity optimization.
Benefits
This company offers a comprehensive benefits package including 401 (k) with company match, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, PTO, Sick Time, Employee Appreciation Time, and Paid Holidays.
How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps!
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
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Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible contract employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review our Benefits Summary: www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta.
Dahl Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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