Engineer

Location: Missoula, MT
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $85,000-$145,000+ annually DOE

Design. Innovate. Build the Future of Manufacturing.

Are you an engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges, developing innovative products, and improving the way things are made? Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for an experienced Engineer to join a growing and forward-thinking manufacturing organization in Missoula.

This is an opportunity to do more than design products. You'll play a critical role in shaping manufacturing processes, advancing product development, improving quality, and driving innovation across the organization. Working closely with production, sales, tooling, quality, and operations teams, you'll help transform ideas into high-performing solutions that deliver real results for customers and the business.

If you're looking for a career where your expertise, creativity, and problem-solving abilities will have a direct impact on products, processes, and company growth, this is a role worth exploring.

What You'll Do

As a key member of the engineering team, you'll contribute throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design to manufacturing execution and quality assurance.

Engineering & Product Design

• Develop and maintain detailed part drawings for customers, production teams, sales, and R&D initiatives
• Create, revise, and manage CAD drawings while ensuring document control accuracy
• Support product design, print interpretation, and prototype development
• Design molds, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing solutions
• Collaborate with CNC programming and machining teams to optimize production processes
• Participate in prototype builds and initial production runs to ensure design intent and quality standards are achieved

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Analyze customer specifications and determine appropriate tooling, materials, and manufacturing methods
• Evaluate whether tooling should be produced internally or outsourced
• Develop material and labor estimates, track project timelines, and coordinate vendor quotes
• Create production layouts, fixture drawings, jigs, and manufacturing documentation
• Support CNC layout and programming activities as needed
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to production teams to improve efficiency, consistency, and product quality

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Research and implement new manufacturing technologies and methodologies
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency and reduce costs
• Develop innovative tooling and process solutions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance and operational effectiveness
• Recommend and implement process enhancements aligned with organizational objectives

Quality Assurance

• Support and maintain quality management systems and engineering documentation
• Work directly with customers to understand and meet quality expectations
• Investigate product and process issues through root cause analysis and corrective action planning
• Maintain quality records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Manage quality-related activities including inspections, document control, corrective actions, and product returns
• Monitor quality trends and recommend improvements that increase customer satisfaction and product reliability

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong knowledge of engineering design principles and manufacturing processes
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and teams
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SolidWorks, including 3D modeling and drafting
• Knowledge of mold design and tooling development
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
• Familiarity with CNC machining and programming concepts
• Experience supporting quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

This position offers the chance to work on impactful projects, influence manufacturing operations, and contribute to the future growth of an innovative organization.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out?

• Competitive salary range of $85,000-$145,000+ DOE
• Lead meaningful product development and engineering initiatives
• Work on innovative projects that directly impact manufacturing performance and business success
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across engineering, production, quality, sales, and operations
• Play a key role in driving quality, efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Join a growing company that values technical expertise, creative thinking, and problem-solving
• Access long-term career growth opportunities with increasing responsibility and professional development

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility
• Frequent use of computers, engineering software, and technical systems
• Ability to work with technical documentation, drawings, specifications, and engineering materials
• Strong visual attention to detail and effective communication abilities

Shape the Future Through Engineering Excellence

If you're a driven engineer who enjoys transforming ideas into reality, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and creating innovative solutions that make a measurable impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply today through Express Employment Professionals and join a team where your engineering expertise will help drive innovation, quality, operational excellence, and long-term business success. Build products, improve processes, and make your mark with a company committed to growth and continuous improvement.