Job Description
Job Description
Sterling is partnering with a leading manufacturing company to hire a Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager for their state-of-the-art facility in Burlington, WA. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement, and supporting new product introductions in a fast-paced, highly automated environment.
Location : Burlington, WA (Relocation Assistance Available)
Employment Type : Full-Time
Compensation : $90,000 – $105,000 / year + 15% Annual Bonus Eligibility
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and technical excellence.
- Develop and sustain manufacturing processes, procedures, and standards to maximize efficiency, quality, and safety.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, PFMEA, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition new products from R&D to full-scale production.
- Manage engineering projects including planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Troubleshoot automation systems, robotics, PLCs, and HMIs.
- Support equipment installation, debugging, and ongoing optimization.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements (NEC, NFPA 70, etc.).
Qualifications :
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Electrical, Electronics, or Manufacturing Engineering.Minimum 3+ years of leadership experience in automated manufacturing.Experience with SPC, PFMEA, VSM, and statistical tools for process optimization.Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.Familiarity with robotics, PLCs (Control Logix), VFDs, HMIs, and AutoCAD.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Benefits :
Competitive salary + 15% annual bonusRelocation assistancePaid vacation, sick leave, and holidaysMedical, dental, and vision insuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee recognition and solar panel purchase programsEmployee Assistance ProgramQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.