Remote Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
Remote manufacturing engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like medical devices, industrial equipment, consumer electronics, and defense. Employers hiring remotely right now include Saint-Gobain, FormFactor, and GE Aerospace. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care .
The Manufacturing Systems Engineer I is responsible for configuring, supporting, and improving the manufacturing systems used across FTI's facilities, such as MES, ERP, quality, and shop-floor applications. This role builds on the frontline support provided at each facility and takes on the recurring, cross-site, and system-level work: deeper analysis, standardized solutions, integrations, and improvements that scale across plants.
This role reports to the Manufacturing Systems Manager and partners closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, IT, Business Technology, and Process & Systems teams. The role works remotely across multiple facilities, with regular plant visits, and has the opportunity to help shape how the team works.
The ideal candidate is a curious, systematic problem-solver who learns new systems quickly and is comfortable taking on a broad range of technical challenges.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer, or Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience: 0-2 years of experience with manufacturing, industrial, or business systems.
Travel: 0-25%
Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Configure, maintain, and support manufacturing systems and applications across FTI facilities, including MES, so they run at a high level of reliability and availability.
- Take on increasing ownership of recurring, cross-site, and system-level issues escalated by site-level Process & Systems teams.
- Perform issue analysis, identify root causes, outline resolution options, and track issues through to closure.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on how assigned systems support plant operations, escalating complex issues to the Manufacturing Systems Manager, Business Technology, or vendors.
- Gather requirements from Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, building on site-level discovery and support trends, and create as-is and future-state process documentation.
- Build and support integrations between MES, ERP, QMS, and shop-floor equipment such as PLCs, scanners, label printers, and IoT sensors.
- Develop reports and dashboards on throughput, WIP, quality, and labor.
- Support project management on new system implementations and upgrades, owning test scenarios, go-live readiness, and post-launch stabilization.
- Support integration of new capital equipment and manufacturing systems into existing and new plants.
- Develop standard training materials, job aids, and SOPs that site teams can deliver locally, and support adoption using change management methods.
- Apply Lean principles and Choosing By Advantages (CBA) decision-making.
- Provide technical information for quotes, proposals, and business cases as required.
- Hands-on experience with an MES or similar manufacturing system preferred.
- Exposure to ERP systems and ERP integration points in manufacturing preferred.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI preferred.
- Working knowledge of SQL and the ability to pull, analyze, and validate data preferred.
- Familiarity with industrial automation and OT concepts (PLCs, IoT sensors, OPC UA, MQTT) preferred.
- Background in electrical, mechanical, or prefabrication manufacturing preferred.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?
If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.
Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.
FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.
Benefits are the Game-Changer
We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!
Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test
You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care .
The Manufacturing Systems Engineer I is responsible for configuring, supporting, and improving the manufacturing systems used across FTI's facilities, such as MES, ERP, quality, and shop-floor applications. This role builds on the frontline support provided at each facility and takes on the recurring, cross-site, and system-level work: deeper analysis, standardized solutions, integrations, and improvements that scale across plants.
This role reports to the Manufacturing Systems Manager and partners closely with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, IT, Business Technology, and Process & Systems teams. The role works remotely across multiple facilities, with regular plant visits, and has the opportunity to help shape how the team works.
The ideal candidate is a curious, systematic problem-solver who learns new systems quickly and is comfortable taking on a broad range of technical challenges.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer, or Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience: 0-2 years of experience with manufacturing, industrial, or business systems.
Travel: 0-25%
Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Configure, maintain, and support manufacturing systems and applications across FTI facilities, including MES, so they run at a high level of reliability and availability.
- Take on increasing ownership of recurring, cross-site, and system-level issues escalated by site-level Process & Systems teams.
- Perform issue analysis, identify root causes, outline resolution options, and track issues through to closure.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on how assigned systems support plant operations, escalating complex issues to the Manufacturing Systems Manager, Business Technology, or vendors.
- Gather requirements from Production, Quality, and Supply Chain, building on site-level discovery and support trends, and create as-is and future-state process documentation.
- Build and support integrations between MES, ERP, QMS, and shop-floor equipment such as PLCs, scanners, label printers, and IoT sensors.
- Develop reports and dashboards on throughput, WIP, quality, and labor.
- Support project management on new system implementations and upgrades, owning test scenarios, go-live readiness, and post-launch stabilization.
- Support integration of new capital equipment and manufacturing systems into existing and new plants.
- Develop standard training materials, job aids, and SOPs that site teams can deliver locally, and support adoption using change management methods.
- Apply Lean principles and Choosing By Advantages (CBA) decision-making.
- Provide technical information for quotes, proposals, and business cases as required.
- Hands-on experience with an MES or similar manufacturing system preferred.
- Exposure to ERP systems and ERP integration points in manufacturing preferred.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI preferred.
- Working knowledge of SQL and the ability to pull, analyze, and validate data preferred.
- Familiarity with industrial automation and OT concepts (PLCs, IoT sensors, OPC UA, MQTT) preferred.
- Background in electrical, mechanical, or prefabrication manufacturing preferred.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?
If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.
Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.
FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.
Benefits are the Game-Changer
We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!
Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disabled.
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test
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Who's Hiring
- Saint-Gobain24
- FormFactor7
- GE Aerospace3
- TKDA1
- Amcor1
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Aerospace & Defense
- Electronics & Hardware
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote manufacturing engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
- Experience applying lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Familiarity with GD&T standards and engineering drawing interpretation
- Knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, and production part approval processes
- Hands-on experience with CNC machining, assembly processes, or production tooling
Tips for Your Remote Manufacturing Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote manufacturing engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly before competition builds. Remote postings move fast at distributed-team employers.
Build an async-ready work portfolio
Remote manufacturing engineer employers want proof you can communicate technical work without being in the room. Compile process improvement summaries, DFM notes, or supplier qualification reports in a format you can share and walk through during a remote interview.
Show fluency in remote engineering tools
Call out PLM platforms, CAD software, and digital collaboration tools you use by name in your application materials. Distributed teams hire manufacturing engineers who can contribute from day one without needing local infrastructure or in-person onboarding support.
Target sectors with distributed manufacturing teams
Medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial automation companies regularly manage multi-site production with remote engineers. Focusing your search on these sectors puts you in front of organizations that already have the workflows to support remote manufacturing engineering roles.
Remote Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote manufacturing engineer job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams and remote-first cultures, since those organizations have already built the workflows that make remote manufacturing engineering viable. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, async written communication, and proficiency with tools like PLM software, CAD platforms, and digital collaboration suites. A portfolio of process improvement projects, DFM work, or supplier qualification documentation you can walk through on a video call gives you a concrete edge.
Which companies hire remote manufacturing engineers?
Companies hiring remote manufacturing engineers right now include Saint-Gobain, FormFactor, and GE Aerospace, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first firms and distributed teams in sectors like medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial automation tend to hire manufacturing engineers remotely most often.
Can you get a remote manufacturing engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but entry-level remote manufacturing engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and make decisions independently without on-site oversight. Companies with established remote engineering programs and strong async documentation cultures are the most likely to hire at the entry level. Showing self-directed projects, CAD work, or process documentation you built on your own goes a long way toward demonstrating you can operate without hand-holding.
Do you need a degree for remote manufacturing engineer jobs?
Usually, but demonstrated skills and a strong project portfolio can offset the absence of a formal degree at some employers, particularly smaller remote-first firms and startups. Remote employers weigh practical results, such as documented process improvements, cost reduction outcomes, and supplier qualification experience, alongside or sometimes instead of credentials when evaluating candidates.
Which industries hire the most remote manufacturing engineers?
Remote manufacturing engineer roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Aerospace & Defense, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire manufacturing engineers remotely because their distributed product and operations teams need engineering support across multiple facilities or contract manufacturers without requiring full-time on-site presence.
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