Manufacturing Engineer

Are you looking for a role within a stable, long-standing manufacturing environment with strong leadership and steady customer demand? Our client is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to engage in a mix of office and hands-on shop work, making a direct impact on both production and quality. This role focuses on developing, improving, and supporting fabrication processes for composite parts in a regulated aerospace environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will work in a roughly 50/50 split between the shop floor and office, supporting production, leading continuous improvement efforts, designing or defining tooling requirements, managing documentation, and assisting with customer communication on build‑to‑print programs. The position requires an experienced engineer who can step in with strong composites or aerospace knowledge and provide hands‑on, day‑to‑day support to the engineering team. Apply now!

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Develop and refine composite fabrication processes and tooling designs
• Support daily shop‑floor troubleshooting and production needs
• Review drawings and specifications to define manufacturing methods
• Create and maintain work instructions, BOMs, and ERP routings
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or similar methods
• Participate in customer calls to resolve build‑to‑print questions

What you will need to be successful:

• 5+ years in composites or aerospace manufacturing engineering
• Strong understanding of composite processes, tooling, and production support
• Proficiency with GD&T and technical documentation creation
• Experience with CAD systems such as CATIA, Inventor, or SolidWorks
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar improvement tools
• Strong communication skills for internal and customer interactions

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email mherrera@thepalmergroup.com.