POSITION IDENTIFICATION
Job Title : Manufacturing Engineer
Business Unit : iManufacturing
Reports to : Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Location : Yorba Linda
Start Date : Q4
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Impact Housing is a vertically integrated housing development company with a mission to solve the housing crisis among low- and moderate-income households in Southern California. With a 55,000 SF modular manufacturing facility, an in-house architectural and construction team, and a growing portfolio of market rate and affordable housing projects, Impact Housing is scaling its operations to deliver meaningful, innovative housing solutions.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Manufacturing Product Engineer is a hybrid role that combines construction drawing expertise with manufacturing engineering principles. This position reviews architectural and engineering drawings to extract critical information, creates detailed shop drawings for fabrication, and applies manufacturing engineering techniques to optimize production processes, cost efficiency, and quality control. This role ensures design constructability while developing efficient manufacturing workflows and fabrication procedures for building components.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Drawing Review & Analysis
- Analyze architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to identify all pertinent information required for fabrication and construction
- Review project specifications, details, and notes to ensure complete understanding of design requirements
- Identify potential conflicts, discrepancies, or constructability issues in the original drawings
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, and project managers to clarify design intent when information is unclear or missing
- Shop Drawing Creation & Manufacturing Engineering
- Develop detailed shop drawings that translate design concepts into manufacturable specifications
- Include all necessary dimensions, materials, connection details, fabrication notes, and manufacturing processes
- Create assembly drawings, detail drawings, installation sequences, and manufacturing work instructions
- Ensure shop drawings comply with relevant building codes, industry standards, and project specifications
- Design jigs, fixtures, and tooling requirements for efficient fabrication processes
Manufacturing Process Development
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for building component fabricationCreate detailed work instructions, process flows, and quality control checkpointsAnalyze production efficiency and recommend process improvementsEstablish manufacturing standards, tolerances, and quality specificationsCoordinate with production teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectivenessTechnical Documentation & Process Control
Prepare material lists, cut sheets, fabrication schedules, and bill of materials (BOM)Generate installation guides, assembly instructions, and manufacturing proceduresCreate as-built documentation reflecting approved field modifications and process changesDevelop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and quality manualsEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for manufacturing processesQuality Control & Engineering Coordination
Review shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, manufacturability, and adherence to design standardsImplement quality control systems and inspection procedures for manufacturing processesCoordinate submittal processes and manage drawing approval workflowsInterface with fabricators, contractors, suppliers, and production personnel to ensure technical accuracyParticipate in design review meetings, value engineering sessions, and manufacturing planning discussionsConduct root cause analysis for manufacturing defects and implement corrective actionsQUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering (Required)Alternative : Associate's degree in Engineering Technology plus significant manufacturing experienceMinimum 3-5 years of combined experience in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, or technical drawingProven experience creating shop drawings and manufacturing documentation for construction or industrial projectsExperience with manufacturing process development and optimizationTechnical Skills
Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, or similar)Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, assembly)Knowledge of construction methods, materials, building systems, and fabrication techniquesExperience with manufacturing engineering principles including lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologiesFamiliarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)Understanding of structural connections, MEP systems, and architectural detailsKnowledge of building codes, industry standards (AISC, ACI, ASME, etc.)Experience with 3D modeling, BIM coordination, and manufacturing simulation software preferredManufacturing & Process Skills
Experience with process flow development and work instruction creationKnowledge of quality control systems and statistical process control (SPC)Understanding of material properties, metallurgy, and manufacturing tolerancesFamiliarity with cost estimation and value engineering principlesExperience with production planning and schedulingKnowledge of safety regulations (OSHA) and manufacturing best practicesProfessional Skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in both drawing and process documentationStrong problem-solving and analytical abilities for design and manufacturing challengesEffective communication skills for coordinating with diverse stakeholdersAbility to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple concurrent projectsUnderstanding of project delivery methods, construction sequencing, and manufacturing workflowsLeadership skills for coordinating cross-functional teamsPreferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Engineering or MBA with technical focusProfessional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificationProfessional certification in drafting, design technology, or manufacturing engineeringSix Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certificationCertified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or similar professional certificationExperience with specific building types, specialty systems, or advanced manufacturing technologiesKnowledge of automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 manufacturing conceptsExperience with ERP systems and manufacturing resource planning (MRP)Familiarity with project management software, document control systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES)Working Conditions
Office and manufacturing environment with regular site and shop floor visitsCollaboration with design teams, contractors, fabricators, and production personnelMay require overtime during critical project phases and production deadlinesTravel to job sites, fabrication facilities, and manufacturing plants as neededExposure to manufacturing environments requiring appropriate safety equipment and protocolsCOMPENSATION
Competitive salary based on experienceHealth benefits, Medical Dental, FSA, HSAVacationSick timeHoliday payOwnership of company equity401K Retirement PlanNOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Impact Housing is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, complies with ADA regulations and does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, medical condition, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
For more information about Impact Housing, visit ihousing.us.