Engineer Jobs in Wakefield, MA

An Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry primarily focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. They design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing systems and equipment. Engineers in this field are involved in the creation and production of a wide range of products, from vehicles to household appliances. They often work closely with other professionals such as designers and quality control specialists, to ensure that the manufacturing process is as efficient as possible and adheres to safety standards and regulations.

To be successful in this role, an engineer should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and machinery. Proficiency in CAD software and other industry-related software is typically required. A bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field is usually necessary, and certification from professional bodies, such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming an Engineer, a person could hold job roles such as a Production Technician, Process Engineer, or Quality Control Analyst.

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Automation Engineer III

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

It also requires a service provider mindset that supports a variety of customers within Manufacturing, Engineering, Validation, QC, etc....

Systems Interoperability and Integration Engineer SME

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 hours ago

Systems Interoperability and Integration Engineer SME Bedford / Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts Engineering 21404 Systems Interoperability and Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME) Be the Difference Astrion...

Customer Support Engineer - Etch PVD CVD

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications Candidates should have a solid background in electronics, RF theory, mechanical engineering, vacuum technology and basic knowledge of plasma processing equipment...

Senior Design Engineer

  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Newton, MA (11 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Engineering is required Must have strong Solidworks/PDM proficiency Deep understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for testing) required....

Staff Device Engineer

  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Establish and foster strong collaborative relationships with external design/development, manufacturing partners and service providers....

Transmission Line Engineer- Hybrid

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Essential Skills and Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. Minimum 5 years of experience in transmission line engineering (69kV to 500kV)....

Lead/Senior Transmission Line Engineer-Hybrid

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Essential Skills and Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred)....

Human Factors and Usability Engineer (Medical Devices)

  • Waltham, MA (12 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (12 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment Basic understanding of system, electrical, and mechanical design, as well as software integration....

Simulation Engineer, RMTO Process Engineering

  • North Reading, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • North Reading, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 19 hours ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of working in simulation engineering or equivalent experience - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field - Experience...

Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineering

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

LOCATION: 168 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA 02541 TITLE: Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineering HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm DUTIES: Develop, fabricate, modify, and evaluate parts, assemblies...

Remote Work

Senior Operations Engineer

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

**The Role** Lumen is seeking a highly skilled Senior Operations Engineer for ContactEngine to design, develop, and maintain automated customer journeys using the ContactEngine platform....

Remote Work

Mechanical - Energy Engineer

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related required Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred Minimum 3 years' related engineering...

Senior Cx Engineer

  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required Professional Engineer License (PE) required Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience relating to commissioning...

Senior Hardware Engineer (Teradyne, North Reading)

  • North Reading, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Reading, MA (5 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Interface with manufacturing and test engineers to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT)....

Staff Test and Evaluation Engineer

  • Quincy, MA (18 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Quincy, MA (18 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Test Engineer to join our maritime team....

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in Wakefield, MA

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Highest Education Level

Engineers in Wakefield, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.9%
Master's Degree
32.0%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
2.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Engineers in Wakefield, MA
1-2 years
30.8%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
15.4%
2-4 years
11.5%
4-6 years
11.5%
8-10 years
7.7%
6-8 years
3.8%



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