Job Summary

Join Day & Zimmermann as a Manufacturing Engineer!

Be part of a team that powers American defense through innovation and precision! In this hands-on role, you'll support and improve manufacturing processes, bring engineering projects from concept to production, and collaborate across departments to deliver high-quality results on time and on budget. With a focus on Lean principles, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement, you'll play a key role in advancing our mission of safety, excellence, and national impact. If you're passionate about engineering, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to make a real difference, we want to hear from you! 

As the Manufacturing Engineer, here's the work you'll do:

In his capacity, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive engineering solutions, ensuring specifications are not only met but consistently exceeded

Your key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and optimizing manufacturing processes through the execution of general engineering tasks, including detailed documentation.

• Preparing studies, drafts, and specifications, alongside cost estimates to ensure project timelines and budgets are adhered to.

• Setting priorities effectively and managing daily responsibilities across diverse manufacturing processes and product lines.

• Communicating project needs, statuses, and scheduling updates with key stakeholders across departments, including Project Management, Proposal Writing, and Budgeting teams.

• Developing and updating operational procedures that empower shop floor staff while promptly addressing production-related challenges.

• Guiding projects from their inception to production with an unfaltering focus on completion, adhering to established timelines and budget constraints.

• Actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives, bringing forth innovative ideas to bolster processes and productivity.

• Undertaking additional tasks assigned by management that align with your expertise and the overarching goals of the team.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing Methods and Techniques, with a hands-on approach to implementation.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply various drawings, documentation including safety rules, operations manuals, and maintenance instructions.

• Strong capabilities in Cost Estimating and Facilities Planning to support project financials.

• Familiarity with essential software tools such as Word, Access, Excel, AutoCAD, 3-D Modeling software, Outlook, and SAP as required.

• Excellent technical writing skills, with the ability to create clear procedures and comprehensive reports.

And if you have these qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)(Ind Tech, Ind Eng, Mech, Electric, Manufacturing, etc.) Required.

• Experience: 5+ years in manufacturing engineering Preferred.

• Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant

• Expertise in: Microsoft Suite (Excel and Word), CAD, Revit, Bentley

In compliance with this states pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $76,080 - $114,120. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Visual acuity (e.g., needed to prepare and analyze data, to transcribe documents, to view a computer, to read, to inspect objects, to operate machinery.

• Balancing (e.g. maintaining equilibrium when walking, climbing, crouching, etc.)

• Stooping (e.g. bending the spine at the waist)

• Reaching (e.g. reaching the arms or legs in any direction)

• Lifting motion or lifting objects more than 15 pounds

• Walking

• Repetitive motion of any part of the body

• Kneeling, crouching or crawling

• Pushing or pulling (e.g. using a part of your body to press against something in a downward or outward direction or in a dragging or hauling motion)

• Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)

• Grasping (e.g. use of hand to apply pressure)

• Feeling (e.g. perceiving an object’s size, shape, texture, etc.)

• Climbing (e.g. ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, pole, etc. using feet and legs and hands/arms to climb)

• Hearing

• Talking

• Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.

• Ability to read complex documents in the English language.

• Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.

• Ability to write complex documents in the English language.

• Capacity to express thoughts orally.

• Ability to wear a mask, respirator, bullet proof vest, or other equipment.

• Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company’s office or worksite.

• Ability to withstand environmental conditions (e.g. extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, extreme noise, etc.)

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? APPLY NOW! Talent Acquisition Partner: Jess Austin