The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading and improving manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective production. This role provides technical leadership for process development, production support, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration with design engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations.Key ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Process LeadershipDevelop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.Lead process improvements focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.Support new product introduction (NPI), including process development, tooling, and production readiness.Technical Expertise & Problem SolvingServe as a technical authority for manufacturing methods, equipment, and materials.Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues (e.g., scrap, rework, downtime).Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.Equipment, Tooling, & AutomationSpecify, design, or validate production equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation.Lead Capital projects form concept through installation, qualification, and handoff.Ensure equipment capability, reliability, and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.Quality & CompliancePartner with Quality Engineering to ensure processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.Support audits, PFMEAs, control plans, and process qualification / validation activities.Ensure adherence to company, customer, and industry standards.Collaboration & LeadershipMaintain a strong shop-floor presence to provide hands-on support and rapid response to production initiatives.Work cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.Mentor and guide Junior level manufacturing engineersProvide technical input to management on manufacturing strategy and operational decisions.Maintain professionalism with respectful communication, ethical behavior, and a positive attitude.