Job Description

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Gainesville, FL

Reporting To: Sr. Director Operations and Engineering

Support the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for medical devices, focusing on quality, efficiency, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies and improve existing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain machining processes, tooling, and documentation for parts produced.
• Develop and verify new technologies and tooling solutions. • Support NX CAM programming initiatives to reduce machining errors.
• Maintain standardized CAM programming libraries and contribute to DNC system improvements.
• Assist in expanding lights-out operations and robotics integration.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Engineering & Development teams to improve process quality and reduce cycle time.
• Support efforts to digitize and automate the shop floor through Manufacturing Execution Systems.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in design-for-manufacturability reviews and process validations.
• Create and maintain controlled documentation using Change Management Systems.
• Apply Quality System regulations and relevant standards in daily operations.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineer from an accredited institution or equivalent relevant experience

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing or operations, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Exposure to GMPs, Lean Manufacturing, and Quality Systems Regulations.

Skills & Knowledge

• Familiarity with Siemens NX and Teamcenter is a plus.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T.
• Experience with medical device materials such as titanium, cobalt chrome, stainless steel, and UHMWPE.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams.