2026-01-02 – Weekly Manufacturing Jobs : Demand for Automation Engineers is up

Important Note: These jobs are posted in real-time and might expire. Please apply promptly.


This week, it’s clear that the demand for manufacturing roles is staying strong, with a noticeable uptick in automation and quality engineering positions. It’s a good time to explore opportunities in these areas, especially if you have a knack for innovation or process improvement. And for those looking for flexibility, there are some verified remote roles up for grabs.


This Week’s Jobs

  • Manufacturing Test Engineer
    Work closely with contract manufacturers and suppliers to create effective test plans. It’s a great role if you’re into collaboration and design.
    Company: TSMG | Location: Palo Alto, CA
    Apply Here

  • Associate Manufacturing Engineer
    Support development and improvement processes. Ideal for those early in their career looking to make an impact.
    Company: AST SpaceMobile | Location: Midland County, TX
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Quality Engineer
    Drive innovation and enhance processes with GD&T and lean manufacturing principles.
    Company: NN, Inc - USA | Location: Marshall, MI
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Quality Engineer
    Lead quality initiatives in a fast-paced setting. Great for those who thrive in dynamic environments.
    Company: Great Bay Staffing Group | Location: South Royalton, VT
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Test Engineer
    Join a growing R&D team to develop integrated solutions. Perfect for those with a passion for innovation.
    Company: EControls | Location: San Antonio, TX
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing / Quality Engineer
    Collaborate with teams to develop manufacturing and inspection processes. Excellent for those with a keen eye for detail.
    Company: Neff Expansion NE LLC | Location: Franklin, MA
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Automation Engineer
    Work on custom medical cable assemblies in a vibrant environment. Ideal for those who love engineering challenges.
    Company: ClearPath Medical | Location: Tustin, CA
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Automation Engineer | Manufacturing Engineering
    Drive development in a vibrant, inclusive culture. Perfect for those passionate about innovation.
    Company: BETA Technologies | Location: South Burlington, VT
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Automation Engineer
    Leverage your 5+ years of experience in automation or additive manufacturing. Great for seasoned professionals.
    Company: Communications and Power Industries LLC | Location: Kilgore, TX
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Test Engineer
    Support a range of roles, from onsite to fully remote, in a challenging environment.
    Company: Cornelis Networks, Inc. | Location: Wayne, PA
    Apply Here


Work From Anywhere (100% Verified)

This week offers some exciting remote opportunities for those who prefer flexibility. These roles allow you to work from the comfort of your home while making significant contributions to the manufacturing industry.

  • Industrial & Manufacturing Recruiting Partner
    A unique opportunity to own your business in manufacturing recruiting.
    Company: Goodwin Recruiting | Location: Seattle, WA
    Apply Here

  • Quality Assurance Engineer, Manufacturing
    Connect big ideas with manufacturers. A role for those with a technical background.
    Company: Xometry | Location: Detroit, MI
    Apply Here

  • Quality Assurance Engineer, Manufacturing
    Connect big ideas with manufacturers. A role for those with a technical background.
    Company: Xometry | Location: Houston, TX
    Apply Here

  • Partner Engagement Manager, Manufacturing
    Lead supply chain initiatives. Perfect if you have leadership experience in manufacturing.
    Company: Xometry | Location: El Paso County, TX
    Apply Here

  • Partner Engagement Manager, Manufacturing
    Lead supply chain initiatives. Perfect if you have leadership experience in manufacturing.
    Company: Xometry | Location: San Diego County, CA
    Apply Here

  • ERP Project Manager - Manufacturing
    Manage ERP projects from planning to execution. A role for those who love project management.
    Company: Numentica LLC | Location: Corona, CA
    Apply Here

  • Business Development Executive - Manufacturing Contacts
    Requires a strong network in manufacturing and food distribution. Perfect for experienced business developers.
    Company: TEEMA | Location: New York, NY
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Recruiter at Jobot - Work 100% Remote!
    Utilize top-notch sales skills to bring in and retain clients. Perfect for those with a strong recruitment background.
    Company: Jobot | Location: Philadelphia, PA
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Solutions Engineer
    Connect ideas with manufacturers. Requires extensive experience in product development.
    Company: Xometry | Location: Dallas County, TX
    Apply Here

  • Manufacturing Solutions Engineer
    Connect ideas with manufacturers. Requires extensive experience in product development.
    Company: Xometry | Location: Austin, TX
    Apply Here


See all urgent needs jobs here: See Urgent Needs Jobs
Explore remote jobs here: See Remote Jobs


That’s it for this week. Keep applying and stay hopeful. There’s always a position out there that can be the right next step for you.

I got interviews last month by tailoring my resume to the exact PLC/SCADA stack (Rockwell + Ignition) and adding one metric per project — “reduced changeover 18%” — kinda like tuning a PID loop. If it looks like a fit, “apply within 24 hours” and message the on-site HR on LinkedIn; small caveat: most of these aren’t remote and may require travel or off-shifts.

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, these postings vanish fast; since they’re “real-time and might expire,” I set alerts and apply within 6–12 hours. Building on @Guide, I started linking a one-page controls mini-portfolio (HMI screenshots, a sanitized ladder snippet, and one metric like +7% OEE), which got me callbacks on two automation roles last week. If you’re light on Rockwell/Ignition, highlight vision (Cognex) or safety validation wins as an alternative.

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Quick example: I get faster callbacks by leading my resume with “open to 50% travel, can start in 2 weeks,” and dropping a plain‑text link to a 60‑sec TwinCAT conveyor PID tune demo. With the uptick in automation/QE, recruiters tell me clarity on travel/shift plus a concrete demo beats a fluffy cover note; small caveat: some ATS nuke attachments, so don’t rely on them. For roles that are “real-time and might expire,” this cuts the back‑and‑forth — , too many go cold otherwise.

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Seeing the bump in automation and quality this week, I’ve gotten more callbacks by attaching a one‑page before/after — TIA Portal tweak that shaved 12% cycle time — plus a tiny Minitab SPC snapshot, and I lead the resume with “ASQ CQE in progress, can support off‑shift” (, generic resumes get buried). If you don’t have live plant data, a quick S7‑1500 simulation or a sanitized Gage R&R works just as well.

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I lead with ‘Ignition + CompactLogix, 30% travel, start this month’; automation callbacks improved, but I customize per posting.

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I’ve gotten faster callbacks this week by opening with a single quantified quality win: ‘Cpk 1.72 on filler line after PFMEA actions; PPAP L3 owner; Gage R&R 8%,’ plus a screenshot of the Minitab chart. If the posting leans automation, I swap in GuardLogix 5380 + Kinetix 5700 commissioning and one sentence on cycle‑time impact.

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I get more bites by opening my resume with a tight quote like ‘S7‑1500/Profinet + WinCC; ISO 13849 risk review; OEE +9 pts,’ then a single line on what changed; if a post leans maintenance, I swap in an MTTR note instead. @amelia6610 is right about tailoring — treat that opener like a movie trailer, not the director’s cut.

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Quick example: I attach a 45-second RobotStudio sim clip with a cycle-time overlay and lead with “available in 2 weeks; 20% travel” — callbacks improved… Since these are real-time and might expire, I apply within 24 hours and put the post date “2026-01–02” in the subject so they know it’s current. Small caveat: if the listing leans quality, I swap the clip for a one-pager on control plans and layered audits; @ljackson’s tight opener pairs well with either.

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