The compensation range for this position is $88,200.00 - $132,200.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.
Employment
full time
Employer job description
From IDEX's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.
With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.
BUSINESS UNIT:
IDEX Health & Science LLC-(Middleboro)
JOB TITLE:
Manufacturing Engineer
JOB LOCATION:
Middleboro, MA
REPORTS TO:
Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor, Middleboro
SCOPE OF THE ROLE
This position leads the development, optimization, and support of automated manufacturing processes, advanced machining, and rapid prototyping technologies across production operations. The role plays a critical part in scaling local capabilities and ensuring products are manufactured consistently, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. It requires strong engineering fundamentals, hands-on automation expertise, and a continuous improvement mindset.
The Manufacturing Engineer will own the transfer of new parts to the Middleboro facility, manage SLA (Stereolithography) equipment/processes, work cross-functionally to support both new product introductions and legacy product sustainment, and directly drive production scaling through advanced technology integration.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & REQUIRED ABILITIES
Partner with R&D Engineering throughout phase-gate product development.
Lead and execute DFM/A, PFMEA, and advanced engineering tasks.
Own and manage the technical transfer of parts to the Middleboro facility.
Lead implementation, validation, and growth of SLA rapid prototyping equipment.
Drive the facility's automation strategy, equipment specification, and deployment.
Optimize high-precision CNC machining operations and advanced programming techniques.
Develop and validate automated assembly and automated test procedures.
Analyze complex data sets and generate technical engineering reports.
Present technical findings clearly to cross-functional engineering teams.
Establish and standardize scalable, repeatable manufacturing best practices.
Author process documentation, control plans, and standard operating instructions.
Create precision tooling, fixtures using 3D CAD.
Ensure ergonomic integration and automated manufacturability for all designs.
Oversee assembly and testing of high-precision fluidic components.
Investigate material or process defects using root-cause analysis.
Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to facility-wide initiatives.
Drive implementation of corrective actions with relevant stakeholders.
Generate compliance and resolution reports directly for customers.
Lead machine validation and qualification via FAI/capability analysis.
Prepare and justify Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR) for automation investments.
Manage special operations projects, including necessary travel or training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Automation Engineering.
8+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience.
Experience managing automation and advanced technology projects.
Hands-on experience with SLA additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping workflows.
Strong background in advanced CNC machining and parts transfer execution.
Project management and capital equipment procurement skills.
Proficient in SolidWorks, and knowledge of CAM software
Knowledge of Lean principles (SMED, TPM, 5S, JIT).
Experience in mid-to-high volume manufacturing production environments.
Familiarity with inspection systems, quality protocols, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to present technical concepts confidently to senior leadership.
IDEX HEALTH & SCIENCE, LLC
IDEX Health & Science is the global leader in life science fluidics, microfluidics, and optics, offering a three-fold advantage to customers by bringing optofluidic paths to life with strategic partnerships, solutions, and expertise. As one of the few companies in the world with component, sub-system, and application-level experts, IDEX Health & Science helps instrument developers solve the most demanding fluidic and optical challenges in a wide array of applications. With over 1,200 employees around the world, we believe partnership will change the way the world innovates, leading to new technologies that improve our health, protect our planet, and enrich our lives. For more information visit: www.idex-hs.com
FLUIDICS TEAMS
Our fluidics team is located across Oak Harbor, WA, Rohnert Park, CA, Bristol, CT, and Middleboro, MA. At IDEX Health & Science, we don’t just build components; we also create innovative solutions that maximize performance and enable complete optimization of the fluidic pathway. Product lines include: Column Hardware, Degassers, Fluidic Connections, Manifolds, Pumps, Pump Components, Sensors, RI Detectors, and Valves.
ABOUT IDEX CORPORATION
IDEX Corporation, based in Lake Forest, Illinois (suburb of Chicago), is a $2.2 billion engineered solutions company. The company operates globally across a variety of markets, including: Agriculture, Analytical Instrumentation, Food and Beverage, Chemical Processing, Clinical Diagnostics, Custom Precision Dispensing, Fire & Rescue, Fuels & Energy, Medical, Sanitary, Semiconductor and Water.
These businesses comprise a strong platform for growth at IDEX. IDEX is committed to strategic (organic and acquisitive) growth across the business. With a strong balance sheet, IDEX is in a very good position to make strategic acquisitions going forward. At the same time, IDEX is committed to finding value and has no interest in overpriced acquisitions for the sake of top line growth alone.
As the company continues to evolve and grow, it will be an exciting and rewarding environment for the strategic, results-oriented, and emotionally intelligent business leader.
DISCLAIMER:
The information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this role at the Middleboro facility of IDEX Health & Science. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment
contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?
Compensation
Total Rewards
The compensation range for this position is $88,200.00 - $132,200.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.
Benefits Package
Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/
IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.
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Employer application notice
Equal opportunity and accommodations
IDEX Health & Science LLC., a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.
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