Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Illinois

A Manufacturing Engineer is primarily responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods. They work closely with the design and production teams to ensure that products are manufactured efficiently and to the right quality standards. A Manufacturing Engineer uses their skills to evaluate manufacturing processes, design and implement cost-saving changes, ensure worker safety, and troubleshoot issues on the production line. They also play a vital role in the introduction of new products, helping to design and set up production processes.

Important skills for a Manufacturing Engineer include problem-solving, project management, and proficiency in data analysis and CAD software. They typically hold a degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field, and industry certifications such as Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) or Lean Six Sigma can be beneficial. Before becoming a Manufacturing Engineer, one may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Process Engineer, which provide essential experience and skills in production operations, quality assurance, and process design and improvement.

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

  • Ottawa, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ottawa, IL
  • 18 hours ago

**Company** **Overview:** ITW is a Fortune 500 diversified, industrial manufacturing company founded on innovation, teamwork, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. For over 100 years, ITW Employees...

Manufacturing Engineer I

  • Naperville, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) team is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs...

Manufacturing Engineer I

  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 18 hours ago

We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design....

The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with production teams to solve complex problems, enhance productivity, and ensure compliance with industry standards....

Senior Functional Safety Engineer

  • Normal, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 1 day ago

Details: Job Title: Senior Functional Safety Engineer Pay rate: $57.23 /hr. Location: Normal, IL Zip Code: 61761 Start Date: Right Away Keywords: #NormalJobs; #FunctionalSafetyEngineerjobs; Job...

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Paint Automation

  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 2 days ago

Role Summary As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you will help implement new paint infrastructure, new process development, equipment implementation at our GA facility as well as support our Normal,...

Senior Engineer, Manufacturing

  • Aurora, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Job Description: The Role: Our Semiconductor CMP polishing Pads Manufacturing site in Aurora, IL is looking for a forward-thinking Manufacturing Engineer to...

Manufacturing Engineer

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our family-owned CNC machine shop in Bloomington....

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

  • Addison, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Addison, IL
  • 5 days ago

A.) from a four-year college or university preferred in Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering along with 15 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education...

Sr Health & Safety Engineer

  • Metropolis, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Metropolis, IL
  • 5 days ago

Senior Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Engineer** **Location:** Metropolis, IL As a **Senior HSE Engineer** at **Solstice Advanced Materials (SAM)**, youll be the driving force behind a...

Manufacturing Engineer

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 6 days ago

Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering experience working in high-volume automated assembly processes Knowledge of automated equipment systems and tools - robotics, Vision (e.g....

Senior Functional Safety Engineer

  • Normal, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Normal, IL
  • 6 days ago

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to...

Electrical Test Engineer

  • Lisle, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 7 days ago

Electrical Test Engineer Location(s) Lisle, Illinois Company Molex Career Field Engineering Job Number 174302 Description The Molex Reliability Lab is seeking a talented Electrical Test Engineer...

Manufacturing Engineer

  • Roselle, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Roselle, IL
  • 7 days ago

We have an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Roselle, IL team....

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturingEngineers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Manufacturing Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Manufacturing Engineers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.7%
High School or GED
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Manufacturing Engineers in Illinois
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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