Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems within the solar panel manufacturing facility. This role focuses on increasing operational efficiency, improving product quality, reducing manufacturing costs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Analyze manufacturing operations to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost performance.
• Support daily production activities by troubleshooting manufacturing and process-related issues.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to resolve operational challenges.
• Design and improve manufacturing layouts, tooling, fixtures, and workstations.
• Support installation, validation, and commissioning of new equipment and manufacturing lines.
• Lead root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs including yield, downtime, cycle time, scrap, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, SOPs, process documentation, and engineering records.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives focused on continuous improvement.
• Support automation projects and process control enhancements where applicable.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and workflow optimization activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Train production personnel on manufacturing processes, equipment, and process changes.
• Assist with new product introduction (NPI) and process transfer activities.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering field required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience in solar panel manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, semiconductor, or automated production environments preferred.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and production systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and root cause analysis tools.
• Experience with CAD software and manufacturing documentation.
• Knowledge of automation systems, PLCs, and robotics is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems, and engineering software tools.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.