Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Recruiting Partner: Yugma Raval

Portland, Oregon | Engineering | Not Remote | $125,000 to $165,000 | Job ID: 179878

Job Summary

Lead Manufacturing Excellence in a Growing, FDA-Regulated Environment

A well-established and innovative medical technology manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing engineering team responsible for manufacturing processes, production equipment, New Product Introduction (NPI), and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an engineering professional who enjoys developing people, driving operational excellence, and partnering cross-functionally to bring innovative products from development into scalable manufacturing.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers.

• Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and production systems.

• Oversee New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing validation, and design transfer activities.

• Partner with R&D, Production, Quality, Supplier Quality, Regulatory, and Operations to ensure efficient product launches.

• Develop and manage capital equipment plans and manufacturing investments.

• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, and process optimization initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and other regulated manufacturing requirements.

• Support manufacturing automation, equipment calibration programs, and production scalability.

• What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years of progressive Manufacturing Engineering experience, including leadership responsibilities.

• Strong background in process engineering, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement.

• Experience leading NPI and design transfer from engineering into production.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, change control, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).

• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical devices, life sciences, aerospace, defense, semiconductor, or other highly regulated industries.

• Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive cross-functional collaboration.

• Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive salary of $125,000–$165,000.

• Relocation package offered – job is onsite in Kennewick, WA

• Lead a talented engineering team with meaningful influence on manufacturing strategy.

• Join a stable, growing organization developing advanced technology products.

• Opportunity to shape manufacturing processes, automation initiatives, and future product launches.

• High-visibility leadership role with strong cross-functional exposure.

• If you're an engineering leader who enjoys improving manufacturing operations, mentoring teams, and driving operational excellence in a regulated environment, we'd love to connect with you.

• JOB ID: 179878