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Manufacturing EngineerIDEX Corporation • Santa Ana, CA, US
Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

IDEX Corporation • Santa Ana, CA, US
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

If you're looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you've found it. Whether you're an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Job Summary :

The Manufacturing Engineer provides mechanical and industrial engineering support to improve production quality, process capability, equipment reliability, and overall manufacturing productivity. This role develops, implements, and sustains manufacturing processes for all product lines while driving continuous improvement across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Essential Functions :

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  • Design, develop, and industrialize manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and equipment for brazing, metallization, and ceramic / metal material behavior

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  • Analyze product flows to reduce cycle time, scrap, rework, and variation; implement corrective and preventive actions using data-driven methods.
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  • Provide hands-on support to resolve manufacturing issues, optimize throughput, and maintain high operational readiness of production equipment.
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  • Perform root-cause analysis using engineering principles and statistical tools to solve problems effectively and sustainably.
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  • Create and maintain process documentation (traveler instructions, specifications, control plans, PFMEA, SOPs) to ensure consistent product quality.
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  • Partner with engineering, production supervisors, quality inspectors, planners, and technicians to achieve daily production objectives.
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  • Lead or support new product introductions by developing initial process flows, prototype builds, and production-scale manufacturing solutions.
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  • Coordinate vendor engagement related to tooling, equipment upgrades, and process improvements.
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  • Implement Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, ergonomics, equipment uptime, and cost efficiency.
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    Manufacturing Engineer - Level 1 (Associate)

    Experience & Capabilities :

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  • Education : Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
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  • 0-3 years of manufacturing engineering experience or technical internship.
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  • Familiar with production equipment, shop-floor processes, and manufacturing documentation.
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  • Performs portions of plans, specifications, and engineering tasks with initial supervision.
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  • Analyzes simple data sets and prepares basic engineering summaries or reports.
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  • Works as part of a team and coordinates tasks with operators, technicians, and supervisors.
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  • Assists in developing fixtures, basic tooling, and work instructions.
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  • Communicates effectively in writing and in meetings with cross-functional teams.
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    Manufacturing Engineer - Level 2

    Experience & Capabilities :

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  • Includes all Level 1 skills plus increased ownership and independent task execution.
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  • Experience : 3-7 years manufacturing engineering experience working with process and automation equipment.
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  • Performs complete project tasks with limited oversight.
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  • Interprets plans, specifications, and complex project documents; provides technical input.
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  • Prepares detailed reports, charts, and documentation for process performance.
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  • Creates specifications and justification for capital equipment.
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  • Demonstrates strong organization, communication, and cross-functional coordination skills.
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  • Works independently to resolve moderately complex engineering problems.
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  • Implements process modifications, tooling improvements, and productivity solutions.
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  • Familiar with Control plans and troubleshooting of production equipment.
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    Manufacturing Engineer - Level 3 (Senior Engineer)

    Experience & Capabilities :

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  • Experience : 7-10+ years manufacturing engineering experience working with process, automation, or specialized manufacturing equipment.
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  • Leads multi-functional projects and new process development.
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  • Provides problem-solving with analysis, risk evaluation, and statistical methods.
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  • Develops plans, specifications, and justification for engineering projects and capital equipment.
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  • Prepares proposals, cost models, and schedules; determines scope and resource requirements.
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  • Receives limited supervision and resolves complex or unconventional technical issues.
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  • Offers technical recommendations to leadership based on data, cost, and feasibility.
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  • Oversees implementation of large-scale process improvements and introduces new technologies.
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  • Guides Level 1 and Level 2 engineers and provides informal mentorship.
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    Manufacturing Lead Engineer (Staff / Principal Level)

    Experience & Capabilities :

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  • Experience : 10+ years manufacturing engineering experience with leadership and ownership of major engineering programs.
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  • Leads multiple complex engineering projects involving cross-functional teams and significant technical depth.
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  • Develops process strategies, long-term capability roadmaps, and implementation plans aligned to business objectives.
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  • Selects engineering methods, principles, and economic justification approaches for major improvements and CAPEX programs.
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  • Provides advanced technical guidance to engineering, production, quality, and leadership stakeholders.
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  • Develops ROI models, cost-benefit analysis, and capital requests to support major equipment acquisitions or facility upgrades.
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  • Represents engineering in executive reviews and cross-site collaboration.
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  • Mentors the engineering team and sets technical direction for process architecture, productivity, and technology adoption.
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    Total Rewards

    The compensation range for this position (Manufacturing Engineer) is $74,200 - $129,000, depending on experience, higher level This position may be eligible for performance-based bonus plan.

    Benefits Package

    Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include : Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more.

    More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page :

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  • Work Environment & Physical Demands :

    Work environments and physical demands vary by role and may include :

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  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) or safety gear, provided by STC.
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  • A combination of seated and standing work; walking for moderate to extended periods.
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  • Fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and visual focus for detailed tasks, including tool use, computer work, or microscope inspection.
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  • Deadlines, shifting priorities, and peak workloads that may create a fast-paced environment.
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    Manufacturing & Production Areas :

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  • Work performed on the shop floor, in climate-controlled spaces, or clean rooms. Some areas may be noisy, dusty, or warm.
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  • Work performed on the manufacturing shop floor can be noisy with temperature changes.
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  • Mandatory use of job-specific PPE and machine guards.
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  • Occasional bending, squatting, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.; some roles require pushing loaded carts.
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    Superior Technical Ceramics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and offers employment

    opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religious belief, sex, sexual

    orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

    Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

    Total Rewards

    The compensation range for this position is $76,200.00 - $114,400.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

    Benefits Package

    Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include : Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page : -benefits-and-rewards /

    IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

    Attention Applicants : If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

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