Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer ( Full Time & Part Time Available)
The Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer role at Confidential Client involves supporting manufacturing processes for aerospace and defense products, focusing on metal spinning and flow forming. The position offers hands-on experience in production support, process documentation, tooling review, and data analysis to improve quality and efficiency. This role is ideal for candidates eager to develop practical manufacturing engineering skills in a dynamic, precision-focused environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a precision manufacturing company serving the aerospace, defense, and automotive industries.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is hiring entry-level Manufacturing Engineers (full-time) and part‑time engineering interns in Oxnard, CA. This hands-on role supports production of cylinder and composite overwrapped pressure vessel (COPV) products and provides on‑the‑job training in metal spinning and flow forming. Candidates will work alongside experienced engineers, operators, and technicians to support production, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support manufacturing processes for cylinders and COPV products under supervision.
- Learn metal spinning and flow forming equipment, tooling, setup parameters, material behavior, and quality requirements.
- Assist with production trials, setup evaluations, and troubleshooting on the shop floor.
- Collect and analyze production and inspection data to reduce scrap, improve quality, and increase throughput.
- Review engineering drawings, tooling, mandrels, and fixtures for manufacturability.
- Prepare and update process sheets, work instructions, and setup records.
- Support new-product introductions and cross-functional process improvement projects.
- Follow safety procedures and assist with documenting process changes and outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related field; current students may be considered for internships.
- Interest in an entry-level manufacturing engineering role and willingness to learn spinning and flow forming.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and mechanical principles from coursework, projects, or experience.
- Comfortable working hands-on in a production‑floor environment alongside operators and technicians.
- Ability to read basic engineering drawings and interpret dimensional/inspection information.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, and clear communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1–3 years of manufacturing or related engineering experience, or relevant internships/co‑op experience.
- Exposure to metal forming, machining, tooling, or inspection methods.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or another CAD system.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full-time employees).
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Company-sponsored life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Job Type & Pay
- Full-time Manufacturing Engineer positions (in person) and part-time engineering internships available in Oxnard, CA.
- Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. Part-time internship hours coordinated around school schedules.
- Pay Range (full-time): $75,000–$95,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Compensation for part‑time internships will be discussed separately.
Why Join Confidential Client
Confidential Client provides practical training, mentoring, and a clear path to build a career in manufacturing engineering. You’ll gain direct exposure to specialty metal forming processes and play a role in delivering mission‑critical products to aerospace, defense, and automotive customers.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
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