About the Role We're looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Manufacturing Engineer to lead projects from concept through production. In this role, you'll ensure products meet customer requirements while driving quality, efficiency, and operational excellence across the facility. You'll work cross-functionally with teams across Sales, Production, Quality, and Supply Chain to bring new products to market and continuously improve manufacturing processes—all in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead manufacturing and customer projects from design through production launch Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, and assemblies using SolidWorks Manage engineering changes, revisions, and PDM systems Develop bills of materials (BOMs), work instructions, and process documentation Design and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures Provide technical expertise in tube fabrication, bending, and hydraulic assemblies Partner with internal teams and customers on new product introductions Support supplier sourcing, costing, and technical requirements Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives Support PPAPs, quality systems, and engineering standards Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field 3-5+ years of manufacturing or product engineering experience Advanced SolidWorks skills (modeling, assemblies, drawings) Strong knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and revision control Experience with metal fabrication, tubing, or hydraulic systems Ability to interpret technical specifications and customer drawings Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills Excellent communication and collaboration abilities Skills and Qualifications Experience in hydraulic, fluid power, or industrial manufacturing Familiarity with
ISO 9001
quality systems Experience with PPAP and customer-specific requirements Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a compute Primarily desk-based with occasional lifting (up to 15 lbs) About the Company For more than 50 years, STAUFF USA has been developing, manufacturing, and marketing components for the hydraulic industry. Our core values— honesty, sincerity, respect, and trust —are the cornerstones of our mission. We bring these values to life every day through transparency, competence, persistence, and appreciation. Together, these principles shape how we work with one another and our partners, forming the foundation for the long-term success of our globally active, family-owned company. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees and strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Pay:
$75,500.00 - $98,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have in a manufacturing engineering role within a manufacturing environment?
Experience:
Manufacturing engineering: 3 years (Required)
SolidWorks:
2 years (Required) 3D modeling: 2 years (Required)