Engineer

Location: Missoula, MT

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $85,000 to $145,000+ per year (DOE)

About the Opportunity

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for an Engineer to join a growing manufacturing organization. This position is responsible for product engineering, design, CAD development, and quality support. The Engineer will work closely with production, sales, tooling, and operations teams to develop innovative solutions, support manufacturing processes, and ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical engineering knowledge, CAD design experience, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

The Engineer will be responsible for creating and maintaining part and mold CAD drawings, supporting product development and manufacturing processes, improving production methods, and assisting with quality assurance initiatives. This role requires strong technical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design

Develop and maintain part drawings for customers, sales, production, and research and development activities.
Create and revise CAD drawings to ensure accurate document control.
Assist with print reading, product design, and prototype development.
Design molds and tooling solutions to support production requirements.
Coordinate with CNC machining and manufacturing teams regarding programming and production needs.
Participate in prototype and initial production runs to ensure design accuracy and product quality.

Manufacturing Support

Analyze customer specifications to determine tooling, mold materials, and product materials.
Assist in determining whether tooling should be produced internally or outsourced.
Generate material and labor estimates, obtain quotes, and track lead times.
Support fabrication operations with part layouts, fixture drawings, jig designs, and production documentation.
Assist with CNC programming and manufacturing layouts as needed.

Process Improvement

Research and develop new manufacturing methods and tooling solutions.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity.
Evaluate ways to improve product performance and reduce manufacturing costs.
Recommend and implement process improvements to support company goals.

Quality Assurance

Support and maintain quality management processes and documentation.
Work directly with customers to ensure quality expectations are met.
Assist in resolving product and process quality issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation.
Manage quality-related processes including document control, inspections, corrective actions, and returns analysis.
Monitor quality trends and recommend improvements to enhance customer satisfaction and product performance.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Strong understanding of engineering design principles and manufacturing processes.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred

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.

Physical Requirements

Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move throughout the facility.
Frequent use of computers and office equipment.
Ability to handle documentation, drawings, and engineering materials.
Must be able to communicate effectively and perform work requiring close visual attention.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to product innovation, manufacturing excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives. Join a collaborative team where your engineering expertise will directly impact product quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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Express Office: Missoula

3709 Brooks

Missoula, MT 59801

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