944 Plastics Engineering jobs in Smithfield, VA

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Multi-Site Engineering Director — Food Manufacturing & CapEx

Twenty80 LLC

Newport News, VA 23608

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Newport News, VA 23608

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Director of Industrial Manufacturing Engineering (Dir Manufacturing Eng 1) - 28273

HII

Newport News, VA 23606

Requires TravelEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Required Travel: 51 - 75%
Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Level of Experience: Management
10 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, or related field; or 8 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field.
12+ years of progressive industrial engineering experience (8 with Master's degree), with a minimum of 4 years in a senior or leadership role.
Demonstrated experience in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment with exposure to government customer requirements and oversight.
High-complexity low volume manufacturing with a focus on short interval active control through structure, visibility, heuristics, and performance management.
Deep expertise in production systems analysis, including value stream mapping, line balancing, capacity planning, and constraint identification using Theory of Constraints (TOC) and similar frameworks.
Proficiency in discrete-event simulation tools (e.g., Arena, FlexSim, AnyLogic or Plant Simulation) with demonstrated ability to build and validate models that inform production planning decisions.
Strong quantitative background in work measurement and labor standards, including time studies, predetermined motion time systems (PMTS/MTM), and methods-time measurement sufficient to support cost estimating and EAC development.
Hands-on experience designing and implementing Lean production systems, including pull/kanban systems, one-piece flow cells, 5S, visual management, and structured Kaizen event facilitation.
Familiarity with statistical process tools (SPC, process capability analysis, Gage R&R;) and their application to monitoring and improving production output quality; experience with Minitab or equivalent preferred.
Experience with facility layout design and material flow analysis using digital tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio, or dedicated plant layout software) to optimize production floor configurations.
Strong command of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies; Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
Familiarity with Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) criteria and the DoD Manufacturing Readiness Assessment (MRA) process, including MRL 5-8 gate reviews.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, manufacturing executions systems (MES) and production scheduling tools; experience with Costpoint MES and/or Siemens Teamcenter is preferred.
Familiarity with DCMA surveillance, CPSR processes, and government quality assurance requirements (e.g., ISO 9000 series).
Experience supporting or leading production readiness reviews (PRR), production cost analyses (e.g., should-cost models, BCWP/ACWP variance), and first article testing in a government contract environment.
Understanding of ITAR, EAR, and associated export compliance obligations as they apply to manufacturing operations and supply chain management.
Proven ability to develop and retain high-performing industrial engineering teams in a fast-paced production environment.
Track record of influencing cross-functional stakeholders, including program managers, manufacturing engineers, supply chain, and executive leadership, to drive operational improvements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of presenting production analyses, capacity plans, and improvement recommendations to senior leadership and government customers.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Digital Pathology Field Service Engineer

TD Synnex

Smithfield, VA

Flexible Schedule

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Electrical Engineer

Delphinus Engineering

Carrollton, VA 23314

$75,000-$95,000/yr

Hybrid~ 14 minEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
3 or more years of experience with control systems in industrial, maritime, or defense environments
Must have ability to read and interpret schematics.
Basic electrical principals and how to effectively troubleshoot equipment.
Ability to read electrical schematics.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel, Word, and Outlook).
Attention to detail and meticulous logging of testing, troubleshooting steps, and findings.
Candidates must have an active government security clearance or the ability to obtain security clearance.
Travel may be up to 25%.

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Inside Machinist/CNC Programmer (Part Time)

Epsilon Systems

Portsmouth, VA 23704

~ 36 min Onsite

3 years' experience in CNC Operation
High school diploma or equivalent
CAD/CAM or programming experience.
Manual lathe and manual mill experience.
Well versed in High-Speed steel cutting tools, carbide grades, and carbide profiles to ensure optimal material removal rates.
Moderate understanding of metallurgy properties and material removal regarding roughing and finishing
Sound interpersonal skills needed to establish good communication with co-workers.
Ability to pass PQS 301 Craftsmen qualifications
Ability to read mechanical drawings
Ability to read technical work documents, technical manuals and maintenance standards
Ability to read, interpret, and follow detailed written instructions.
Ability to take instruction from machine shop supervision and execute tasks as instructed.
Obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
Pursuant to the various government contractual requirements, all applicants must be a U.S. Citizen
Requires walking, reaching, sitting and concentration in the presence of occasional noise
Ability to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up/down steep and narrow ladders or stairways, and up and down antenna masts/yardarms (onboard ships)
Ability to lift, carry and move objects up to 50 lbs in weight
Office, warehouse, laboratory, pier side, shipboard
Noise conditions range from very quiet to loud

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Electro-Mechanical Assembler Associate

RTX

Newport News, VA 23607

$25-$28/hr

~ 33 min OnsiteFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Experience with electro-mechanical assembly techniques and tools
Experience with engineering drawings
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Ability to stand, sit, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Ability to lift and move components weighing up to 35 pounds.

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RF Network Engineer - Tactical Communications

SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor ✪ 4.6

Carrollton, VA 23314

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FLUID POWER ENGINEER

Plasser American

Chesapeake, VA 23324

~ 48 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field
At least 2-5 years of experience in the field of mobile hydraulic design
Experience to consist of relevant product design or development of hydraulic components or motion control systems
CFHPS, NFPA or other fluid power organizations certificate is preferred
EIT certification will be considered as a PLUS

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