Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and documentation to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role supports new product introduction (NPI), process validation, capacity planning, and operational excellence initiatives aligned with Lean manufacturing, Continuous Improvement systems, and ERP/MRP integration. 

The position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Product Engineering to ensure production readiness, process capability, and compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ISO, API, NAVSEA, ESD, or customer-specific requirements depending on product line). 

 This role will be located onsite in our Katy, TX facility.

 Note: This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). You must be a U.S. Citizen or National, U.S. lawful Permanent Resident, person granted Asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a Refugee. 

Job Requirements

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products
• Assist with product qualification efforts 
• Create and maintain standard work, routings, and work instructions 
• Perform time studies, line balancing, and capacity analysis 
• Support layout design and workflow optimization for production areas PFMEAs 
• Support tooling design activities 
• Identify and eliminate waste using Lean principles (5S, Kaizen, VSM, SMED, PFMEA, etc.)  
• Drives results through collaboration, influence and direct reporting relationships 
• Collaborates effectively with colleagues and peers 
• Interacts and/or negotiates effectively with external and/or internal individuals 
• Utilizes Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive business initiatives 

What your background should look like

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field 
• 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite 
• Ability to interpret complex data and present actionable insights. 
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies
• Welding experiece is a plus 
• Able to deliver quality results with minimal oversight and direction 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others of diverse backgrounds 
• Willingness to shift priorities as business pressures demand 
• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National, U.S. lawful Permanent Resident, person granted Asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a Refugee. 

We Value: 

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, molding, etc.) 
• Experience within the subsea Oil & Gas or DOD industries 
• Experience fiber optic and electrical connector cable assemblies 
• Familiarity with CAD/CAE software (SolidWorks Preferred) 
• Experience with automation, robotics, or advanced manufacturing technologies 

Competencies