Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Project Engineer is accountable for leading complex engineering and project management initiatives focused on cost reduction, process improvement and continuous improvement at a medical device manufacturing site. This role drives the end-to-end execution of projects and delivers engineering solutions across multiple disciplines. It includes ownership of project planning, execution, and process documentation. Ensures compliance with quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and safety regulations, policies and procedures.

This is a long term Inside IR35 contract and onsite 5x a week in Plymouth

The primary responsibilities will include:

• Leads end-to-end execution of projects at a manufacturing site, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Owns project scoping, detailed planning, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Leads feasibility assessments and technical evaluations at the manufacturing site, identifying and developing innovative cost-saving opportunities.
• Executes Manufacturing Work Orders (MWOs), engineering studies, and validation protocols with precision and compliance.

Must Haves

• BA/BS Degree - Engineering degree, Mechanical, Industrial and Manufacturing preferred. OR 10 years prior experience with HS Diploma/GED
• Project management experience, medical device preferred
• Hands‑on experience with process engineering, equipment design, manufacturing work order's, and validations
• Hands‑on experience with custom automation, injection molding, and facilities modifications
• Strong capability in writing capital proposals and managing capital/expense budgets
• Experience creating integrated project schedules across multiple equipment streams
• Proficiency with project management tools (Excel, MS Project, OnePlan preferred)