Manufacturing Engineer

Lenco Armored Vehicles • Full-time • Pittsfield, MA, US • 4d ago

About Lenco Armored Vehicles:** Lenco Armored Vehicles is a U.S.-based

manufacturer of specialized armored vehicles used by law enforcement,

military, fire, and rescue agencies worldwide. Our work directly

supports first responders operating in high-risk environments. We offer

long-term stability, consistent production schedules, and a

mission-driven manufacturing environment. **Job Summary:** The

Manufacturing Engineer focuses on optimizing our fabrication processes,

Laser CNC tables, bending, welding, and grinding. Additionally, this

position leads process improvements for industrial coatings and

automotive electrical integration, harness assembly efficiency, and

overall cycle-time reduction. This role is the foundation for

developing, implementing, and maintaining optimal, cost-effective

production methods and documentation, as well as driving quality

initiatives and technology acquisition. **What You\'ll Do:** - Develop,

evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of

product design, materials, fabrication, and equipment capabilities -

Lead process improvement and cost-reduction initiatives - Evaluate tools

and equipment for efficiency improvements and monitor Overall Equipment

Effectiveness - Design and implement new tooling solutions - Estimate

production times and costs to support management decision-making - Drive

quality improvement by documenting problems, performing root-cause

analysis, and implementing preventative measures - Manage projects,

process improvements, and problem resolution in an effective, timely

manner - Assist with SolidWorks models, drawings, and Bills of Materials

(BOMs) **What We\'re Looking For:** - 2+ years of Manufacturing

Engineering experience required; 4+ years preferred - Strong background

in CNC Plasma, welding, metal forming, and assembly - Expertise in

Visual Management, Kaizen, and establishing Kanban/Cell/Value Stream

layouts - Proven success with capital equipment selection and

justification - SolidWorks and CAD software proficiency is a plus -

Critical Thinking, Problem-solving Skills, And Experience With

Fixture/Work holding/Gauge design **Why Work at Lenco:** - Engineering

role with a focus on high-stakes, life-saving technology - Stable,

full-time career with a growing U.S. manufacturer - Purpose-driven

products that protect first responders and military personnel - Modern

engineering environment with access to specialized equipment -

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package