Job Description
Summary of company: This role is for our sister company - Mainline Scientific is a Malvern, Pennsylvania-based bioanalytical technology company, focusing on developing and manufacturing robust and innovative life science instrumentations.
Title: Sr Manufacturing Engineer
Department: Manufacturing
Report to (title): Manufacturing Manager
Location: Malvern, PA
Supervisory Responsibility: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Type: Full Time
Travel Required: Yes, occasionally
Expected Hours of Work: 40 hours a week, M-F 9-5 in office
Summary/Objective
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Sr Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in supporting the production of advanced analytical instruments. In this role, you will work closely with R&D engineers to bridge product design and manufacturing, playing a key role in process development, production line setup, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for someone who is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about quality, efficiency, and innovation in manufacturing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Collaborate with R&D engineers to design and develop scalable and robust manufacturing processes.
* Design, establish, and optimize production lines for new and existing analytical instruments.
* Develop and implement product packaging solutions to ensure protection, compliance, and efficient logistics.
* Lead the qualification and validation of manufacturing processes to meet regulatory and quality standards.
* Plan, coordinate, and support product builds, from prototyping through to full-scale production.
* Monitor and drive improvements in production yield, efficiency, and product quality.
* Identify and implement continuous improvements in products and processes for enhanced quality, reduced cost, and improved delivery performance.
Requirements
Qualifications Requirements
* ~2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the instrumentation or high-tech equipment sector.
* Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to engineering challenges.
* Familiar with ISO9001 QMS.
* Experience with production line setup, process qualification, and continuous improvement tools (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is a plus.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Skills:
* Familiar with ISO13485 or 21CFR820 Quality Management System for Medical Devices.
* Prior design or development experience for analytical instruments or medical devices.
* Hands-on experience in prototyping, soldering, and debugging.
Education, License, Certification, or Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering).
Tools and Technology Used
* Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook…)
Work Environment & Mental and Physical Requirements
* Ability to remain in a stationary position; move; operate and use required equipment; and reach items.
* Ability to move/transport up to 30 lbs., and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
* Ability to communicate, converse with others, and exchange information.
Benefits
Medical (HMO + PPO), Dental, Vision, & employer-paid Basic Life/AD&D + ST
4% Match 401k
PTO: 15 days (vacation/personal days) + 5 sick days + holidays
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