Manufacturing Jobs in Colorado
Manufacturing jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace components, defense systems, food and beverage production, and medical device fabrication, with demand at every level from entry-level assembler to senior process engineer. The busiest hiring markets are Denver, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs, where established employers such as Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation, and Woodward consistently staff large production and engineering teams. The most sought-after specialties right now are CNC machining, quality assurance, and advanced composites manufacturing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Who We Are
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Summary
SENS is looking for a hands-on Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to identify, develop, and implement technologies that fundamentally improve how our products are built and how our factory operates. This role will turn emerging manufacturing technologies into practical, scalable production solutions that improve safety, productivity, quality, material flow, capacity, and operator effectiveness.
This is an execution-focused engineering role. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will turn opportunities into working production solutions by developing and testing concepts, building business cases, selecting and managing vendors and integrators, and leading projects through design, implementation, validation, and production handoff. The role will work closely with Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, IT, Quality, Safety, and other functions to advance our manufacturing capabilities through technology.
- Lead advanced manufacturing projects from concept through production implementation, including requirements development, technical evaluation, proof-of-concept, business case/ROI, vendor selection, design, implementation, validation, and production handoff.
- Develop and implement automation solutions for manufacturing and assembly processes, including robotics, collaborative robots, automated tooling and fixtures, machine vision, sensors, controls, and other production technologies.
- Develop digital manufacturing and smart factory solutions that connect people, equipment, materials, and production systems, including automated data collection, digital Andon and material triggers, dashboards, system integration, and real-time production visibility.
- Develop and implement technologies that improve material flow and operator effectiveness, including automated material handling, pick-to-light systems, digital replenishment, electronic Kanban, augmented reality, and other visual or digital production tools.
- Evaluate, prototype, and apply emerging manufacturing technologies such as machine learning, predictive maintenance, IIoT, augmented reality, advanced sensing, autonomous material movement, and other technologies; rapidly prove concepts and scale successful solutions into production.
- Develop technical specifications and manage equipment suppliers, automation vendors, and system integrators; lead equipment design reviews, FAT/SAT, installation, commissioning, qualification, validation, and production handoff while ensuring solutions meet production, quality, reliability, and machine safety requirements.
- Establish KPIs and performance requirements for advanced manufacturing projects and measure results against productivity, labor efficiency, quality, capacity, reliability, cost reduction, and return-on-investment targets.
- Partner with Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering to evaluate prioritized opportunities and determine where automation, digitalization, or advanced technology can deliver the greatest operational impact.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- Relevant education, training, or experience in electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrialization, product engineering, or a related technical field.
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, BOMs, and other engineering documentation.
- Experience developing manufacturing documents, such as work instructions, BOMs, material lists, wire lists, or similar production documentation.
- Strong understanding and working knowledge of electrical assembly, wiring, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability principles.
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work directly with production teams in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience programming or integrating PLCs, robotics, collaborative robots, machine vision, sensors, industrial controls, or automated equipment.
- Experience with manufacturing system integration, APIs, SQL, Python, industrial communication protocols, or production data architectures.
- Experience implementing smart factory or Industry 4.0 technologies such as Internet of Things, connected equipment, automated data collection, augmented reality, machine learning, or predictive maintenance.
- Experience with automated material handling technologies such as AGVs/AMRs, pick-to-light, electronic Kanban, digital replenishment, or other intelligent material-flow systems.
- Experience developing and justifying advanced manufacturing projects through ROI, labor savings, capacity improvements, quality improvements, and other measurable operational benefits.
Location: Longmont, CO
Base Compensation: $103,000 - $146,000 is the projected annual base salary range for this role and will be determined on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.
Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Closing Date: October 15th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.
Onsite Perks
- Free gym with 24/7 access
- Free Electric Vehicle charging
- Breakfast and Lunch Café
- After hours Grab & Go snacks
- Basketball court
- Walking paths
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Employee referral program
At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Who We Are
View the SENS Product Catalog
Summary
SENS is looking for a hands-on Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to identify, develop, and implement technologies that fundamentally improve how our products are built and how our factory operates. This role will turn emerging manufacturing technologies into practical, scalable production solutions that improve safety, productivity, quality, material flow, capacity, and operator effectiveness.
This is an execution-focused engineering role. The Advanced Manufacturing Engineer will turn opportunities into working production solutions by developing and testing concepts, building business cases, selecting and managing vendors and integrators, and leading projects through design, implementation, validation, and production handoff. The role will work closely with Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, IT, Quality, Safety, and other functions to advance our manufacturing capabilities through technology.
- Lead advanced manufacturing projects from concept through production implementation, including requirements development, technical evaluation, proof-of-concept, business case/ROI, vendor selection, design, implementation, validation, and production handoff.
- Develop and implement automation solutions for manufacturing and assembly processes, including robotics, collaborative robots, automated tooling and fixtures, machine vision, sensors, controls, and other production technologies.
- Develop digital manufacturing and smart factory solutions that connect people, equipment, materials, and production systems, including automated data collection, digital Andon and material triggers, dashboards, system integration, and real-time production visibility.
- Develop and implement technologies that improve material flow and operator effectiveness, including automated material handling, pick-to-light systems, digital replenishment, electronic Kanban, augmented reality, and other visual or digital production tools.
- Evaluate, prototype, and apply emerging manufacturing technologies such as machine learning, predictive maintenance, IIoT, augmented reality, advanced sensing, autonomous material movement, and other technologies; rapidly prove concepts and scale successful solutions into production.
- Develop technical specifications and manage equipment suppliers, automation vendors, and system integrators; lead equipment design reviews, FAT/SAT, installation, commissioning, qualification, validation, and production handoff while ensuring solutions meet production, quality, reliability, and machine safety requirements.
- Establish KPIs and performance requirements for advanced manufacturing projects and measure results against productivity, labor efficiency, quality, capacity, reliability, cost reduction, and return-on-investment targets.
- Partner with Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering to evaluate prioritized opportunities and determine where automation, digitalization, or advanced technology can deliver the greatest operational impact.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
- Relevant education, training, or experience in electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrialization, product engineering, or a related technical field.
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, BOMs, and other engineering documentation.
- Experience developing manufacturing documents, such as work instructions, BOMs, material lists, wire lists, or similar production documentation.
- Strong understanding and working knowledge of electrical assembly, wiring, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability principles.
- Strong hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work directly with production teams in a manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience programming or integrating PLCs, robotics, collaborative robots, machine vision, sensors, industrial controls, or automated equipment.
- Experience with manufacturing system integration, APIs, SQL, Python, industrial communication protocols, or production data architectures.
- Experience implementing smart factory or Industry 4.0 technologies such as Internet of Things, connected equipment, automated data collection, augmented reality, machine learning, or predictive maintenance.
- Experience with automated material handling technologies such as AGVs/AMRs, pick-to-light, electronic Kanban, digital replenishment, or other intelligent material-flow systems.
- Experience developing and justifying advanced manufacturing projects through ROI, labor savings, capacity improvements, quality improvements, and other measurable operational benefits.
Location: Longmont, CO
Base Compensation: $103,000 - $146,000 is the projected annual base salary range for this role and will be determined on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.
Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Closing Date: October 15th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.
Onsite Perks
- Free gym with 24/7 access
- Free Electric Vehicle charging
- Breakfast and Lunch Café
- After hours Grab & Go snacks
- Basketball court
- Walking paths
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Employee referral program
At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing jobs across Colorado.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in manufacturing
- Experience operating CNC machines, lathes, or precision machining equipment
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or engineering specifications
- Knowledge of quality control standards such as ISO 9001 or AS9100 for aerospace roles
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a production environment
Manufacturing Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing worker in Colorado?
Most Colorado manufacturing roles require a high school diploma or GED plus completion of a vocational or technical program in machining, welding, or industrial technology, available at institutions like Emily Griffith Technical College or Pueblo Community College. No statewide manufacturing license is required, but specific roles such as electricians or boiler operators do require Colorado state certification. Employers often promote internally from assembler or technician roles.
Which companies hire manufacturing workers in Colorado?
Colorado manufacturing roles are posted by Lockheed Martin, Dessert Holdings, and Entegris and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and food production companies means large-scale hiring cycles are common, particularly along the Front Range corridor.
Which Colorado cities have the most manufacturing jobs?
Colorado Springs, Denver, and Longmont have the most manufacturing openings in Colorado. Denver anchors hiring through its aerospace and medical device industries, Colorado Springs draws defense contractors clustered around military installations, and Pueblo has a long history in steel and industrial production that continues to drive steady demand.
Are there remote manufacturing jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 47% of manufacturing openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how hands-on most production roles are by nature. The portions of manufacturing work most likely to be performed remotely include quality documentation, supply chain coordination, and process engineering planning roles.
How can I get hired in manufacturing in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to assembler or production technician roles, which most large Colorado manufacturers staff without requiring prior experience. Employers like Ball Corporation and Woodward run apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs for entry-level candidates. Completing a short certificate in machining or industrial maintenance at a Colorado community or technical college gives applicants a meaningful edge over those with no formal training.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to manufacturing jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Search for roles that match your background and skills, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account or profile is needed to see and apply to the listings.
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