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Manufacturing Engineer at John Pomp Studios Philadelphia, PA

John Pomp Studios · Philadelphia, PA

Level
Engineer
Team
Manufacturing
Degree
Required
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
15 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at John Pomp Studios (industrial) in Philadelphia, PA. Create and implement documentation for proper machine operation.

They ask for
5+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Machining, Welding, SolidWorks

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $86k–$118k.

Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 27 manufacturing engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 26 other live manufacturing postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $86k–$118k, from 8 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Typical (5+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Lean 67%
  • Tooling 59%
  • Root cause 44%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 44%
  • Automation 44%
  • ✓ Machining 37%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at John Pomp Studios

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 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?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 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 John Pomp StudiosAs posted on their careers site.Show

We are seeking an experienced engineer with demonstrated CAM skills and deep knowledge of manufacturing. The Manufacturing Engineer will be joining a creative crew of designers and makers creating innovative, sculptural lighting and furniture. The engineer will collaborate with our product design, engineering, and production teams to create sophisticated parts and corresponding CAM programs. Responsiblities- Participate in a multi-disciplinary team to support all manufacturing engineering initiatives

  • •Create high level CAD drawings for production team
  • •Employ MasterCAM experience to develop CAM programs for HAAS 3 Axis Mill and Lathe
  • •Create CAM programs with proprietary software for all automated equipment including FACCIN 4 Roll Roller, TRUMPF Press Brake, and Miller Seam welder.
  • •Create and implement documentation for proper machine operation
  • •Create production drawing sets for standard customer orders
  • •Create detailed BOMs and Work orders for processing through our ERP system

Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field

  • •3-5 years of industry experience required
  • •Must have demonstrated experience in MasterCAM or comparable software
  • •Must be highly proficient with Solidworks and technical drafting
  • •Technical knowledge in metal fabrication, carpentry, and glass making
  • •Hands on experience machining, fabricating, and making a plus
  • •Strong analytical, problem solving, and verbal and written communication skills
  • •Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • •Flexibility to move from task to task
  • •Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
  • •Respond effectively to precise direction

To apply & inquire about more details, send your resume, cover letter, and contact info to positions@johnpomp.com with "job inquiry: Manufacturing Engineer" as the subject.

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