Manufacturing Engineer

Sterling Engineering
Rockford, IL
Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location : Rockford, IL 61125

Hire Type : Long-Term Contract

Pay Range : $65-$75/hour (flexible based on experience)

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a well-established client in the advanced manufacturing and aerospace components industry to hire a Manufacturing Engineer. This role supports plant operations by providing hands-on manufacturing engineering expertise, driving process improvements, supporting new equipment implementation, and collaborating closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams.

Responsibilities :

  • Provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support to resolve complex production and process issues
  • Support capital equipment selection, justification, and implementation
  • Design and improve cell layouts, workflows, and manufacturing processes using Lean and basic Six Sigma tools
  • Support DFMA principles and new product introductions
  • Partner with production teams to troubleshoot the manufacturing floor and implement process improvements
  • Create, maintain, and update process documentation, work instructions, and engineering changes
  • Initiate and support Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, and Control Plans in compliance with Quality System requirements
  • Communicate project status and operational updates to management and customers as needed
  • Collaborate with vendors, procurement, and cross-functional or multi-site teams
  • Learn from senior engineers and support the development and training of team members

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering or related technical field
  • 2+ years of professional engineering experience (or equivalent combination of experience and advanced education)
  • Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and/or electrical drawings
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

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Posted 2026-01-08

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