Posted August 17, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer
Paligen Technologies, Inc.
Clearwater, Florida, United States 33761
Full Time
Reference: 286521745
Manufacturing Engineer
McCormick Stevenson, a subsidiary of Paligen Technologies, is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer to support green field facilitization programs, facility modernization programs, new production introduction activities, and process optimization activities. The Senior Staff Manufacturing Engineer will evaluate, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and procedures. Apply knowledge of best practices, assembly processes, tooling and fixture design and applications, and quality control standards to support build-to-print manufacturing, inspection, and test.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Position Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Family: Engineering
Company Name: McCormick Steveson
Location: On site - Clearwater, FL
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and support manufacturing lines that maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the production process to meet end item requirements
- Develop comprehensive and clear manufacturing plans, operating instructions, inspection plans, and technical data packages
- Design appropriate fixtures and work holdings for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
- Recognize potential program risks and identify solutions or mitigation strategies
- Create and present technical information to internal team, management, and customers
- Identify key processes and verification requirements
- Develop production line validation plans and lead teams through the validation process
- Perform a capacity analysis and design the manufacturing line and tooling to support capacity needs
- Provide technical guidance and feedback to supporting team members
- Lead Process improvement activities
- Lead the development of Statements of Work, estimates, and project execution plans. Provide technical leadership in the development of proposals and white papers.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- BS degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 7 years' experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering.
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to influence and make recommendations at all levels of the organization
- Knowledge of and ability to utilize LEAN/Six Sigma principles
- Ability to lead a team and work well in a team environment.
- Deep understanding of DoD design process and project structure.
- Exceptional written & verbal communication skills.
- MS Office PowerPoint, Word, Excel proficiency.
- Ability to obtain a Secret DoD clearance.
Preferred:
- Experience working on Government or DoD contracts.
- Experience with root cause analysis and problem solving.
- Six Sigma Certification.
Other Requirements:
- Travel: Up to 20% of total time to support customer locations.
- Work Environment: Office work environment with travel to customer manufacturing facilities
- Background Investigation/Drug Screen/US Person: Required
Paligen Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the unique skills and capabilities that our team members bring to our mission. We make all hiring and employment decisions based solely on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs. We strictly prohibit discrimination, ensuring a fair and objective selection process for all applicants.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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