Company: Juniper Industries Location: Queens, NY (20 minutes from Manhattan via subway) Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 per year Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

About Juniper Industries:

Juniper Industries is a leading manufacturer of pressure vessels and watertight/ballistic closures for naval and industrial applications. We are seeking experienced Manufacturing/Methods Engineers to support the design, optimization, and manufacturing of multicomponent mechanical assemblies with strong emphasis on DFM/DFA, manufacturability, and process efficiency. This role is involved from concept through the complete manufacturing cycle.

Job Description

The Manufacturing (Methods) Engineer will provide engineering and technical support for day-to-day manufacturing operations, develop new processes, and drive continuous improvements throughout fabrication, welding, and assembly departments.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide hands-on engineering support for manufacturing operations and resolve daily production issues.

- Lead and implement process improvements to enhance quality, efficiency, and throughput.

- Design equipment, materials handling solutions, and manufacturing processes for maximum efficiency.

- Design and develop jigs, fixtures, and tooling to support fabrication, welding, and assembly.

- Plan and establish sequences of operations to optimize labor and machine utilization.

- Collaborate closely with production teams, offering expertise on manufacturing techniques and process feasibility.

- Create manuals, work instructions, and technical documentation based on production needs.

- Participate in production meetings and provide engineering insight to support decision-making.

- Contribute to and lead various continuous improvement initiatives across departments.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (required).

- 3–5 years of experience supporting mechanical assembly or manufacturing systems.

- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, metal fabrication practices, DFM/DFA principles, and GD&T.

- Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar 3D modeling/design software.

- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to work with engineering, production, and manufacturing personnel.

- Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Training & Growth Opportunities

- Training available in robotic welding programming, CNC metal stamping, and forming equipment.

- Tuition support for relevant coursework and continued professional development

Employee Benefits & Incentives

- FMLA & PFMLA

- Commuter benefits

- Paid holidays

- Medical insurance

- Paid time off (PTO)

- Training and apprenticeship programs