Manufacturing Engineer in BREWER, Maine at COMPOTECH INC

Title: Manufacturing Engineer (MFE)

Main Department: Engineering and Product Development (EPD)

Sub Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Summary: A Manufacturing Engineer at Compotech is a driven problem-solver who bridges the gap between design and production. They bring a strong understanding of the implementation and support of manufacturing processes, ranging from composites to metal fabrication. Detail-oriented yet innovative, they balance throughput, reliability, and cost-reduction while collaborating across engineering and quality teams to transform complex concepts into scalable, high-quality production realities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports the planning, design, production, and testing phases for Compotech’s various programs.
• Identifies and reviews processing methods and materials, then develops and recommends improvements to meet production needs.
• Contributes to writing technical reports and papers detailing research and development activities for clients and sponsors.
• Researches, recommends, and determines specifications for the purchase of equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Identifies and interacts with various vendors and manufacturers to ensure project alignment.
• Travels occasionally to support system training, technical presentations, and testing events.
• Assists production teams with technically challenging projects, including robotic programming and process/product optimizations

Requirements:

• B.S. in related Engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical or other manufacturing focused discipline) or A.S. with applicable work experience.
• Experience and/or coursework in some of the following areas: 3 axis CNC machining, CAM, composite manufacturing, automation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and constant deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment with Compotech’s engineers, technicians, interns, and contractors.
• Excellent 3D computer aided design (CAD) skills using SolidWorks®.
• Experience with complex assemblies, multi-body parts, drawings, and equations.
• Experience in conceptual design and design modifications to meet budgetary constraints.
• Experience with design, integration, and management of complex systems.
• Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) practices and processes.
• 1 to 8+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Experience with design of composite structures and materials.
• Experience with additive manufacturing
• PLC operation and integration
• Controls wiring

U.S. citizenship is required