Manufacturing Engineer I

Our client, Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to join their team. As a Manufacturing Engineer I, you will be part of the Manufacturing Engineering team supporting manufacturing operations and technical problem-solving across the facility. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical problem-solving, a proactive mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with peers and mentors to drive continuous improvement. Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer I Location: Temecula, CA (100% Onsite) Pay Range: $36/hr. - $41/hr. Duration: 12+ Month Contract Shift: 2nd shift: Tuesday – Saturday (2pm – 10:30pm) What's the Job?

• Exercise technical knowledge and apply it to support business objectives, manufacturing operations, and the company’s operating environment.
• Set direction for, lead, and take ownership of complex manufacturing engineering technical tasks with multiple inter-coordinating elements.
• Anticipate and identify key issues, then recommend practical resolutions - especially when precedent may not exist and creative thinking is required.
• Use preferred DMAIC and CAPA process approaches to troubleshoot issues, identify root cause, and drive effective corrective actions.
• Collaborate with peers and mentors through peer review to confirm rationale, and to review verification/validation activities for assigned projects. What's Needed?
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical, Software, or Mechanical Engineering (curriculum should train skills required for the assignments).
• 0–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering or closely related technical work.
• Demonstrated ability to apply structured problem-solving methods (preferred DMAIC and CAPA) to identify root cause and resolve issues.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations dynamics and the ability to consider impacts to other system components when implementing solutions.
• Ability to work effectively with peers and mentors, including participating in peer review of technical approaches and verification/validation activities. What's in it for me?
• Opportunity to take ownership of complex manufacturing engineering tasks and contribute to meaningful operational improvements.
• Structured problem-solving focus using DMAIC and CAPA to drive root-cause resolution.
• Hands-on collaboration with peers and mentors through peer review to strengthen technical decisions and outcomes.
• Clear expectations to proactively identify issues and recommend solutions in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
• Engagement in verification/validation activities tied to real manufacturing discipline projects.

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
• MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
• 401(k) If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!