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 Wright Manufacturing, a leader in the design and building of commercial lawn equipment, has a great opportunity for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to become part of our Production Engineering Team. 

In this role you will be improving manufacturing processes, supporting production operations, and implementing equipment and automation improvements to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. 


Primary responsibilities include:


Process & Production Support

  • Analyze manufacturing processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
  • Troubleshoot production and equipment issues and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Work with Manufacturing Leaders and Production Engineering Group (PEG) members to improve equipment reliability and operational performance.

Automation & Controls

  • Support the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of manufacturing automation and controls systems.
  • Work with PLC-based equipment, sensors, HMIs, and automated machinery.
  • Coordinate with equipment vendors and sub-contractors during system upgrades and installations.

Equipment & Project Implementation

  • Manage manufacturing engineering projects including equipment installations, line moves, and process      upgrades.
  • Develop project timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and track project progress.
  • Support equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. An associates degree in Engineering Technology, Robotics, or similar will also be considered, along with applicable experience. 
  • 3+ years of manufacturing engineering or production engineering experience.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, automation systems, or production processes.
  • Experience leading engineering or manufacturing improvement projects
  • Working knowledge of PLC-based control systems and industrial automation.
  • Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and process diagrams.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Excel.

Wright Manufacturing is proud to offer our Manufacturing Engineers the following benefits:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Company Paid Life Insurance and long term disability

· Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts/Dependent Care Savings Accounts

· 401(k) with a company match of up to 4% of your contribution with full vesting upon eligibility

· Paid Leaves starting at 80 hours per year + 40 hours of paid sick time

· 8 PAID Holidays

· Voluntary Short-term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance

· Weekly pay checks


 Due to the volume of applications received only those applicants identified for the interview process will be contacted.


We work hard and care deeply. Why? Because quality matters. Our customers depend on our team to build a quality product.

At Wright Manufacturing, Inc. we are “More than just a mower”… Find out why at www.wrightmfg.com 


WMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job details

Title
Manufacturing Engineer
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Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States
Published
Sep 30, 2026
Closes:
Nov 30, 2026
Job type
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