Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Raleigh, NC
Manufacturing Engineer jobs in Raleigh, North Carolina draw steady demand from employers concentrated in Research Triangle Park, the North Hills corridor, and the Garner industrial zone, across life sciences, advanced electronics, and aerospace components. Companies actively hiring right now include Millennium Print, Siemens, and SpiraTec. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing
At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we're on a mission to be the world's leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina's vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we're at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we've nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we're just getting started.
Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that's shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
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Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Join Millennium Print Group as a Manufacturing Automation Engineer!
We are seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to drive automation innovation across our printing, finishing, packaging, and warehouse operations in Raleigh, NC. This role leads full lifecycle automation projects and supports Industry 4.0 initiatives in a fast-paced, high-security manufacturing environment.
Location: Durham, NC
Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite
Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package
What You'll Do:
Lead full lifecycle automation projects (planning, design, programming, testing, deployment, stabilization)
Design and implement PLC, HMI, robotics, motion control, SCADA, and vision systems
Develop project scope, timelines, budgets, risk registers, and business cases
Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, IT, Operations, Safety, Quality, and Procurement
Manage vendors, system integrators, and external contractors
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Improve OEE, reduce downtime, increase throughput, and enhance product quality
Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and internal safety standards
Align automation initiatives with MES/ERP systems and Industry 4.0 strategies
Drive continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and digital transformation efforts
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related field)
3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
Knowledge of robotics (pick-and-place, palletizing, case packing), motion control, AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, WMS, MES, VFDs, and sensors
Experience managing contractors and automation integrators
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or related project management tools
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment preferred
PMP certification preferred
Exposure to AI-driven automation solutions is a plus
How You Will Be Successful
Challenging the Expected: Lead complex automation initiatives that modernize manufacturing systems and increase operational efficiency.
Building Relationships: Collaborate across Engineering, Operations, IT, and vendor partners to execute high-impact projects.
Integrity and Respect: Ensure safety, compliance, and regulatory standards are upheld throughout all automation implementations.
Dedicated to Quality and Safety: Drive automation solutions that improve quality control, reduce risk, and enhance plant safety.
Passion for Cards: Support the advanced manufacturing processes behind world-class trading card production.
Why Join MPG?
Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card manufacturer in the world. Our advanced manufacturing environment combines security, precision, and innovation — and automation plays a critical role in our continued growth.
Apply today to help power the future of smart manufacturing at MPG.
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What to Expect
MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:
- A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
- 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
- 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
- Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
- Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
- And, much more!
Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Join the Leader in Trading Card Manufacturing
At Millennium Print Group (MPG), a proud subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, we're on a mission to be the world's leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles. Based in North Carolina's vibrant Research Triangle Park and Piedmont Triad regions, we're at the heart of innovation in this fast-growing industry.
Since our founding in 2014, our dedicated team has built a world-class operation known for exceptional quality, customer focus, and market agility. Specializing in trading and collectible cards, we offer a unique range of services that set us apart.
Our commitment to excellence has fueled rapid growth — we've nearly tripled in size since 2019 — and we're just getting started.
Come be part of a forward-thinking, high-performing team that's shaping the future of collectible printing. At MPG, your work makes an impact.
Click here to review our Privacy Notice for applicants.
Click here to review our applicant Privacy Notice for SMS Texting and Terms of Service.
Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Join Millennium Print Group as a Manufacturing Automation Engineer!
We are seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to drive automation innovation across our printing, finishing, packaging, and warehouse operations in Raleigh, NC. This role leads full lifecycle automation projects and supports Industry 4.0 initiatives in a fast-paced, high-security manufacturing environment.
Location: Durham, NC
Schedule: Full-Time, Onsite
Pay & Benefits: Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package
What You'll Do:
Lead full lifecycle automation projects (planning, design, programming, testing, deployment, stabilization)
Design and implement PLC, HMI, robotics, motion control, SCADA, and vision systems
Develop project scope, timelines, budgets, risk registers, and business cases
Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, IT, Operations, Safety, Quality, and Procurement
Manage vendors, system integrators, and external contractors
Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
Improve OEE, reduce downtime, increase throughput, and enhance product quality
Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and internal safety standards
Align automation initiatives with MES/ERP systems and Industry 4.0 strategies
Drive continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and digital transformation efforts
What You'll Bring:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering (or related field)
3+ years of project management experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
Knowledge of robotics (pick-and-place, palletizing, case packing), motion control, AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, WMS, MES, VFDs, and sensors
Experience managing contractors and automation integrators
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or related project management tools
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment preferred
PMP certification preferred
Exposure to AI-driven automation solutions is a plus
How You Will Be Successful
Challenging the Expected: Lead complex automation initiatives that modernize manufacturing systems and increase operational efficiency.
Building Relationships: Collaborate across Engineering, Operations, IT, and vendor partners to execute high-impact projects.
Integrity and Respect: Ensure safety, compliance, and regulatory standards are upheld throughout all automation implementations.
Dedicated to Quality and Safety: Drive automation solutions that improve quality control, reduce risk, and enhance plant safety.
Passion for Cards: Support the advanced manufacturing processes behind world-class trading card production.
Why Join MPG?
Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card manufacturer in the world. Our advanced manufacturing environment combines security, precision, and innovation — and automation plays a critical role in our continued growth.
Apply today to help power the future of smart manufacturing at MPG.
#MillAll
What to Expect
MPG offers a leading-edge compensation package which includes the following:
- A highly competitive compensation "above the industry" commensurate with experience which includes an annual incentive bonus plan
- 100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
- 401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
- Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
- Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
- And, much more!
Millennium Print Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The duties and responsibilities described above are essential functions of the job. The following qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skills, and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
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Who's Hiring
- Millennium Print35
- Siemens18
- SpiraTec18
- Hitachi Energy18
- North Carolina State University18
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Education
Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Raleigh: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a manufacturing engineer job in Raleigh?
Focus your search on Raleigh's dominant hiring sectors: life sciences device manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, and aerospace components. Employers clustered around Research Triangle Park and the Garner and Clayton industrial corridors post the most openings. Candidates with experience in process validation, lean manufacturing, or FDA-regulated production environments have a clear edge here, since so many local manufacturers operate under strict quality systems.
Which companies hire manufacturing engineers in Raleigh?
Employers hiring manufacturing engineers in Raleigh right now include Millennium Print, Siemens, and SpiraTec, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Raleigh's employer mix leans toward medical device manufacturers, semiconductor equipment firms, and defense contractors, alongside a growing base of advanced materials and clean energy producers.
Are there remote manufacturing engineer jobs in Raleigh?
Yes, though the role is largely hands-on, so fully remote positions are less common than in purely desk-based fields. About 50% of manufacturing engineer openings tied to Raleigh are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those openings tend to cover process engineering, quality systems documentation, and supplier development rather than direct floor operations.
How can I get a manufacturing engineer job in Raleigh with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Raleigh is through manufacturing technician or quality technician roles at local medical device and semiconductor firms, many of which run formal development pipelines into engineering positions. Companies around Research Triangle Park regularly hire engineering co-ops and recent graduates from NC State and other regional programs. Certifications in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma give early-career candidates a concrete differentiator in local interviews.
Which industries hire the most manufacturing engineers in Raleigh?
Most manufacturing engineer openings in Raleigh sit in Energy and Education, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Raleigh's location at the center of the Research Triangle has drawn a dense cluster of life sciences, semiconductor, and aerospace manufacturers that consistently drive the highest volume of local engineering hires.
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