Job Details

Company Description

The Opportunity:

Elemental LED is a leading U.S. based engineering and technology company that creates, develops, manufactures, markets and sells innovative, configured and integrated LED lighting solutions. The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) has awarded Elemental LED as the "Company of the Year - Large" at the 7th Annual EDAWN Existing Industry Awards event, and "Employees First - Large" at the 10th Annual EDAWN Existing Industry Awards event.

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes for sheet metal fabrication and painting operations including specifying equipment and raw materials. This role works closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to improve efficiency, ensure product quality, and support new product introduction from concept to production.

Frequent weekly travel is required between our Gammalux facility in San Dimas, CA, and our Elemental LED facility in Reno, NV.

Challenge Yourself - The Specifics:

• Process Development & Optimization
• Design and document efficient fabrication processes for laser cutting, punching, bending, welding, and painting
• Create material and labor estimates
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
• Optimize machine setups, tooling selection, and part nesting to reduce cycle times and material waste
• Recommend and implement lean manufacturing techniques to improve workflow
• Equipment & Tooling
• Specify, source, and justify new equipment and tooling to improve productivity and quality
• Design shop floor layouts to optimize production flow
• Collaborate with vendors on sheet metal and painting machinery selection
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and operator training for new equipment
• CAD/CAM & Technical Support
• Create and modify part drawings using CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Generate CNC programs for lasers, punches, press brakes, and painting line automation
• Troubleshoot technical production issues and provide engineering solutions
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure processes meet quality standards and customer specifications
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities
• Ensure painting operations meet environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Project Management
• Lead continuous improvement projects and track performance metrics (OEE, scrap rate, throughput)
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on new product introduction (NPI) projects
• Manage timelines, budgets, and technical documentation
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

You Have a Unique Combination of Skills, Talents and Mindset, Including Many of the Following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a sheet metal fabrication environment.
• Experience with painting processes, surface preparation, and curing equipment (preferred).
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD) and CAM/nesting software (e.g., BySoft, SigmaNEST)
• Understanding of CNC laser, turret punch, press brake, welding, and painting operations. Amada experience a plus
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
• Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work.
• Employees must possess the ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds and heavier using proper equipment

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% PAID by employer), available first of the month, following the date of hire
• Company-matched 401(k) Plan, at 5%, no vesting schedule
• Discretionary Time Off (DTO)
• Parental Leave (PL)
• Sick Time Off (STO)
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Career Development Plan Program
• Discounted Corporate Gym Membership at South Reno Athletic Club
• Tuition Assistance
• Monthly Birthday Lunch Celebrations
• Employee Discount
• On-site Snacks and Beverages
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

About Us:

Visit us at www.elementalled.com or call 877-###-####.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.