Manufacturing Engineer

Make an Impact! Discover Echo is a revolutionary company that has redesigned microscopy for the life sciences landscape. Our unique hybrid microscopes are used around the world by educators, scientists, and researchers for cutting-edge applications.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do more than accept difference. We celebrate diversity, we support employees from a wide range of backgrounds, and we benefit from the added creativity and richness that these differences bring to our offices and community. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative environment where everyone’s talents and opinions contribute to the greater good and are always recognized.

Our engineering team is growing to meet demand, and we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to help solidify our manufacturing department as we scale. As a Manufacturing Engineer at Discover Echo, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective production of our microscopes. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving product quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between Engineering, Production, and Service teams.
• Own and manage the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process, including drafting, reviewing, and implementing changes across manufacturing.
• Translate engineering intent into clear, accurate work instructions, test procedures, and QC documentation for production.
• Design, build, and maintain manufacturing and test fixtures to support scalable, repeatable production.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste, minimize defects, and boost production efficiency.
• Support nonconformance investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions for product and supplier issues.
• Troubleshoot issues on the production line and assist in removing bottlenecks or stoppages.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth transitions from engineering to manufacturing for new product introductions and updates.
• Review and interpret CAD drawings (SolidWorks preferred) and BOMs to ensure manufacturability and documentation accuracy.
• Contribute to supplier quality efforts, including corrective action reports and vendor communications.
• Support the Service team with technical documentation and feedback loops from field issues.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by partnering with design engineers and ensuring seamless transition from prototype to production
• Take initiative to identify gaps or inefficiencies and independently propose and execute solutions
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related field).
• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or sustaining engineering role, ideally within the consumer electronics or medical device industry.
• Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks and the ability to interpret CAD and mechanical drawings.
• Demonstrated success working independently, managing multiple tasks, and driving initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Proficient in DFM principles, with a sharp eye for detail and process efficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and written communication skills.
• Hands-on mindset — comfortable getting involved on the production floor and collaborating across departments.
• Experience with light machining, hand tools, and fixture design is a plus.
• Open to occasional international travel to support suppliers or vendors, as needed.
• Experience working within ERP or PLM systems to manage part numbers, BOMs, ECOs, and released documentation
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.