Lead Manufacturing Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Position Title: lead Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Camden, AR 71701

Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months Contract High Possibility convert to direct hire role

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY)

Pay Range: $85/hr on W2.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Level 5) to join our Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Data Analytics team. This role focuses on advanced data analytics, Power BI dashboard development, and Power Applications to drive automation and manufacturing process optimization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical leader with strong experience in manufacturing data analytics who can transform complex data into actionable insights that improve productivity, quality, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of advanced Power BI dashboards to support manufacturing operations and leadership decision-making.
• Design, develop, and deploy Power Applications to automate and streamline manufacturing processes.
• Perform data mining and establish data relationships within Power BI to enable automation and integration.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies to monitor, analyze, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify analytics needs and deliver data-driven solutions.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of analytics tools, workflows, and best practices.
• Present findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in data analytics, Power BI, and Power Applications.
• Lead complex projects with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 9 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or related roles.
• Proven expertise in Power BI dashboard development.
• Strong experience designing and deploying Power Applications.
• Advanced skills in data mining and creating relationships in Power BI for automation.
• Extensive experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and lead complex initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring junior engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
• Experience with Snowflake or database management systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with additional analytics and visualization tools such as Minitab, JMP, Inductive Automation, or similar platforms.

Education

• Minimum: Bachelor of Science degree

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to support employees' health and well-being. In addition, employees have paid holidays, paid time off (if eligible) and access to a 401(k)-retirement plan

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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