Manufacturing Engineer
confidential · Westborough, MA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at confidential (industrial) in Westborough, MA.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Root cause, SPC
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $106k–$160k.
Median of the low and high ends of 45 live postings that list pay, out of 87 manufacturing engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Massachusetts plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 86 other live manufacturing postings in Massachusetts.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 7+)
Typical $96k–$147k, from 37 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 53%
- Automation 52%
- ✓ Lean 47%
- ✓ Root cause 33%
- ✓ Six Sigma 32%
- SolidWorks 31%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, Green Belt, Supplier quality, Injection molding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at confidential
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from confidentialAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Title: Manufacturing EngineerLocation: Westborough, MAType: Contract w/ extension or Conversion possiblePay: 85-95K (42-48/hr)Benefits: Weekly Pay on W2, Medical Insurance, Sick Leave and 401kPosition Description:You will be responsible for NPI and scalability to transition a wide range of products from design to production. You will work cross-functionally to develop suppliers, manage product lifecycle changes, lead product quality improvement projects, and drive to technical root cause in supplier quality activities. Summary: Design and implement world-class manufacturing solutions that transition cutting-edge robotics products from concept to production at scale, driving quality excellence across global supply chains.Role OverviewYou'll work at the intersection of innovation and production, transforming ambitious robotics designs into manufacturable products. You'll partner with cross-functional teams globally, from mechanical and electrical engineers to supply chain partners, ensuring our next-generation robotics systems meet the highest quality standards. Key ResponsibilitiesApply Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), or Design for X principles.Utilize experience with manufacturing processes such as injection molding, machining, sheet metal fabrication, or electronics assembly.Work with contract manufacturers and manage supplier relationships.Implement quality systems and methodologies including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement principles.Use CAD software for design tasks and interpret technical drawings.Apply understanding of statistical process control and capability analysis.Your day might include:Reviewing design specifications with product teams and providing DFX feedback to optimize manufacturabilityConducting supplier assessments and capability studies at contract manufacturer facilitiesLeading failure analysis investigations and implementing corrective actions for quality issuesDeveloping test fixtures and validation protocols for new product introductionsCollaborating with international teams across Seattle, Asia, and Europe on NPI activitiesRequired QualificationsEducation: A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field is required Technical Skills: Minimum of 2 years of experience as Manufacturing or Process Engineer. Experience with CAD software, technical drawing interpretation, and an understanding of statistical process control are necessary for this role.