Are you an engineer who would rather solve problems on the manufacturing floor than sit behind a desk all day? Talent Group is partnering with an established Louisville-area manufacturer seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, improving manufacturing processes, and finding practical solutions to production challenges. This isn't a position focused primarily on spreadsheets, reports, or lean manufacturing presentations. We're looking for someone who understands how things are made, enjoys working with production teams, and can help make manufacturing operations run better. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Four-day workweek: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM $34-$40 per hour , depending on experience Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents Employee-owned company with an employer-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Company contributions to your 401(k) Annual bonuses and pay increases Nine paid holidays, plus paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year Paid vacation and personal time Optional Friday overtime or makeup hours Stable manufacturing environment producing highly specialized equipment What You'll Be Doing Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and production issues to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions Work directly with production employees, maintenance personnel, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challenges Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, manufacturing methods, and workflow Develop or improve fixtures, tooling, and production processes Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation Use CAD software to support manufacturing improvements and tooling needs Assist with equipment installation, qualification, and process improvements Help maintain quality standards while reducing downtime and unnecessary costs What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment Strong mechanical aptitude and practical troubleshooting skills Experience working with manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, or production processes Ability to read engineering drawings and use CAD software such as Inventor, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD Comfortable spending time on the manufacturing floor and working directly with production employees Strong problem-solving and communication skills Additional experience that's a plus: Machining, welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly Tooling and fixture design Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement Manufacturing equipment installation and troubleshooting Additional Requirements This position supports regulated U.S. defense manufacturing. Applicants must meet the employer's U.S. citizenship requirements and successfully complete required background screening and drug testing. Interested? If you're a practical, hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys solving real manufacturing problems, we'd like to speak with you. Apply today for a confidential conversation with Talent Group LLC. Talent Group is a recruiting partner. This is a direct-hire opportunity with our client.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $83,000.00 per year Application Question(s): Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment authorization? Do you have a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field? How many years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience do you have? Which CAD software have you used professionally?

Work Location:

In person