Manufacturing Engineer

Crane Aerospace & Electronics

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Los Angeles, California

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/05/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will support production and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process development, troubleshooting, and efficiency improvements while supporting both new product introduction and sustaining production. The ideal candidate is hands on, analytical, and motivated to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Principle Responsibilities:

Manufacturing & Process Development:

Develop and implement cost effective manufacturing processes aligned with product specifications and quality standards

Evaluate manufacturability of engineering designs and recommend design or process improvements

Support transition of new products from engineering to production, including process validation, documentation, and work instruction development

Design, develop, and source tools, fixtures, and test equipment to support production needs

Establish manufacturing methods, process flows, and standard work instructions for assembly and testing

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Identify and implement opportunities to reduce cost, improve labor efficiency, and enhance product quality

Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve manufacturing processes and reduce waste

Establish and maintain time standards and analyze labor content for process optimization

Support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance initiatives and track key metrics

Prepare cost justifications, capital requests, and process improvement summaries to support decision making

Production Support & Problem Solving

Troubleshoot production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions

Provide technical support and training to production personnel on processes and equipment

Improve first pass yield and reduce scrap and rework using data driven analysis

Maintain and update manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions and process changes

Automation & Technology Integration

Support implementation of automation solutions including Cobots and advanced manufacturing technologies

Evaluate and integrate new equipment to improve throughput, quality, and cost performance

Assist with programming, troubleshooting, and calibration of automated systems and PLC applications

Develop equipment specifications, support vendor selection, and define implementation timelines

Essential Qualifications /

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering field

1 to 2 years of manufacturing engineering or related experience

Working knowledge of manufacturing methods, process design, and statistical process control

Experience with

DFMEA, ISO

9001, and quality systems

Proficiency with CAD tools in 2D and 3D

Familiarity with machining, assembly, welding, and electro mechanical systems

Exposure to automation, robotics, and PLC programming

Understanding of GD and T and engineering drawings

Knowledge of production processes, materials, and cost drivers

Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma tools

Demonstrated ability to:

Analyze and solve complex manufacturing problems using data driven methods

Evaluate manufacturability and production impact of design changes

Manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast paced environment

Communicate effectively across production, engineering, and leadership teams

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, labor efficiency, and quality improvement

Preferred:

Experience with Cobots and integration into manufacturing systems

Hands on experience with tools for troubleshooting and equipment calibration

Ability to travel to vendors or customer sites as needed

About Crane CoCrane Company (

NYSE:

CR) is a manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products. Founded in 1855, Crane provides products and solutions to customers in the aerospace, defense and space, chemical and petrochemical, water and wastewater, pharmaceutical, and general industrial end markets. The Company operates through two strategic growth platforms: Aerospace & Electronics and Process Flow Technologies. Crane has approximately 7,000 employees across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. For more information, visit www.craneco.com.

Crane Co. reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of accountability and responsibility. These descriptions should not be considered to be all-inclusive listings of work requirements.

Salary range:

$80,000 to $90,000. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Compensation packages also include comprehensive benefits, 401K contribution and match, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement and more. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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