Manufacturing Advancement Engineer / Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: 144 Lexington Dr, Laconia, NH 03246 Company: Epropelled Inc Date posted: September 24, 2026 Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Job description: Position Summary e. Propelled is seeking a Manufacturing Advancement Engineer / Continuous Improvement Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, increase production capacity, reduce cost, and support the continued growth of electric drone motor and propulsion system manufacturing.

This role will work directly with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Engineering to identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, waste reduction, and increased manufacturing efficiency. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, data-driven, and experienced in Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, automation, and production optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements. Lead continuous improvement projects focused on: Productivity. Cycle time / Scrap and rework / Labour efficiency / Capacity / Quality / On-Time Delivery Analyse manufacturing processes and identify bottlenecks, waste, and opportunities for automation. Develop improved manufacturing layouts, workflows, tooling, fixtures, and production methods.

Support automation and advanced manufacturing equipment implementation. Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop scalable processes for increased production volume. Use production data to establish improvement priorities and measure results. Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring manufacturing issues.

Develop and maintain process metrics, dashboards, and improvement plans. Support process validation, capability studies, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and manufacturing readiness activities. Work directly with production employees to improve safety, quality, ergonomics, and efficiency. Support cost reduction and make-versus-buy initiatives.

Help standardise manufacturing processes across products and production areas.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering , or a related field. Experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement. Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles .

Experience analysing manufacturing processes and implementing measurable improvements. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. Ability to read engineering drawings, process documentation, and manufacturing data. Experience working directly in a production environment. Strong project management and cross-functional communication skills.

Preferred Experience Experience in electric motors, drone systems, aerospace, defence, automotive, or precision manufacturing. Experience with CNC machining, assembly, electrical/electromechanical manufacturing, or automated production equipment. Experience with Kaizen, Six Sigma, value stream mapping, 5S, standard work, and line balancing .

Experience with automation, robotics, vision systems, or advanced manufacturing technologies. Experience with PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and process capability. Familiarity with ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements. Role Expectations This is a hands-on engineering role focused on making manufacturing safer, faster, more reliable, more scalable, and more cost-effective.

The successful candidate will be expected to spend significant time on the production floor identifying opportunities, testing solutions, and driving improvements through implementation. Position: Full-Time Department: Manufacturing Engineering / Continuous Improvement Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager / Director of Operations Company: e.

Propelled Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: Continuous improvement: 2 years (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: Laconia, NH 03246 (Required) Work Location: In person Requirements Must be able to reliably commute to the Laconia, NH Location All employees must submit to a criminal background check Specify the day or night shift (1 or 2. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Some ask them to specify if they have the required minimum request experience.

Benefits

Optional Health plan beginning on day one Dental Plan also day one Vision plan day one 100 hours PTO 401K Match up to 2%