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Akkodis is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager – Manufacturing for a Direct Hire position with a client located in Saint Petersburg, FL.

Salary Range: $100K/yr - $120K/yr (The range may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)

Position Summary

The ME/IE Manager serves as the site technology leader for manufacturing processes and systems, driving superior performance and operational efficiency. This role supports business development with current and potential customers, while developing and implementing site and global ME/IE strategies. The Manager leads a team of engineers to define and implement complete manufacturing processes, ensuring optimal utilization of equipment, production methods, layouts, personnel, and material flow.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & People Management

• Recruit, interview, and hire Industrial, Manufacturing, Process, and Project Engineers.
• Coach and mentor engineering staff, fostering professional growth and succession planning.
• Establish clear goals and performance metrics; conduct evaluations and provide feedback.
• Drive continuous improvement in operational metrics and team development.
• Recognize and reward team contributions fairly and consistently.

Business Strategy & Direction

• Align site engineering strategy with corporate and global ME/IE initiatives.
• Develop and execute process engineering strategies that support campus objectives.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on strategy execution and progress.
• Support global technical initiatives to sustain growth and innovation.

Cost & Forecast Management

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through process optimization and elimination of non‐value‐added activities.
• Monitor departmental costs and trends, continuously improving value.
• Prepare accurate forecasts for headcount, resources, and departmental needs.

Technical & Process Management

• Drive continuous improvement through metrics, data analysis, and Lean principles.
• Ensure procedures and work instructions are efficient, effective, and non‐redundant.
• Lead equipment evaluations and ensure compliance with global site requirements.
• Support design teams with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.
• Implement best practices across facilities to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Provide exceptional customer support, resolving issues quickly and effectively.
• Lead by example, supporting product launches and rehabilitating troubled workcells when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing industry.
• 2–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering philosophies and processes.
• Proven track record in leadership, communication, process development, and change management.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Working Conditions

• Office and manufacturing floor environment.
• Regular movement across production areas; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Adherence to all company health, safety, and security policies.

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This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including some refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.