Senior Level Manufacturing Engineer Jobs

Senior level manufacturing engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of process ownership, technical direction, and the cross-functional projects that drive production outcomes. Most openings are 10% on-site or hybrid across Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Apple, and Anduril hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles72
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerKatalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Top cityCupertino, CA
Work type90% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Power Systems MFG., LLC
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
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Power Systems MFG., LLC
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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Power Systems MFG., LLC
Jupiter, Florida
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Quality Control
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineer
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Engineer III, Manufacturing Engineer
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Project & Program Management
Quality Control
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
$92k - $135k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Saint-Gobain
Manufacturing Engineer III
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Saint-Gobain
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Manufacturing Engineer III
Saint-Gobain
Norcross, Georgia
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Project & Program Management
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Form Energy
Staff Manufacturing Engineer
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Form Energy
Added 1w ago
Staff Manufacturing Engineer
Form Energy
Weirton, West Virginia
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
501-1,000

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Pella
Manufacturing Quality Engineer
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Pella
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Manufacturing Quality Engineer
Pella
Pella, Iowa
Quality Control
Manufacturing Operations
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Senior Level Manufacturing Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences8 open roles
Apple
Apple4 open roles
Anduril
Anduril3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing16
  • Electronics & Hardware10
  • Consulting & Professional Services10
  • Aerospace & Defense4
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4

Senior Level Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level manufacturing engineer job?

Employers hiring at this level look for engineers who have owned complex manufacturing programs end to end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrable experience leading process improvements, mentoring junior engineers, and influencing cross-functional decisions gives candidates a clear edge. A strong portfolio of measurable outcomes, such as yield gains or cycle time reductions you drove, carries more weight than tenure alone.

Which companies hire senior level manufacturing engineers?

Companies hiring senior level manufacturing engineers right now include Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Apple, and Anduril, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate among large OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and industrial manufacturers with complex, high-volume production environments that require experienced technical leadership.

Are there remote senior level manufacturing engineer jobs?

Yes, though most roles at this level remain tied to a plant or facility. About 10% of senior level manufacturing engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, typically covering program management, process development, or engineering systems work that does not require daily shop floor presence. Search current listings on Migrate Mate to see which openings offer flexibility.

What makes a manufacturing engineer role senior level?

Senior level manufacturing engineer roles are defined by ownership and scope. Engineers at this stage lead significant process or capital projects independently, set technical standards, and are accountable for outcomes rather than tasks. They routinely mentor mid-level and junior engineers, influence cross-functional decisions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that have measurable impact on quality, throughput, or cost.

Which industries hire the most senior level manufacturing engineers?

Senior Level manufacturing engineer roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate high-complexity production systems where experienced engineers with deep technical ownership and process leadership are essential to maintaining quality and scaling output.