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Creation Technologies

EMS for OEM design and manufacturing

Manufacturing Engineer

Full-Time
$70k - $105k/yr+ Performance-based bonus
Entry
Bachelor's
Newark, NY, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Process EngineeringManufacturing Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree (four-year) in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Mechatronic, or another relevant discipline) or a related field focused on electronics and manufacturing processes, or equivalent industry or military training experience.
  • Ability to interpret technical documents such as wiring diagrams and drawings.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and quality standards such as ISO 9001/13485 or AS9100.
  • Understanding of New Product Introduction concepts and how to execute projects, including supporting functions.
  • Ability to execute Design for Assembly and Test tasks as required.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to learn and apply new skills in a dynamic manufacturing services environment.
  • Ability to use computer systems, with knowledge of CAD/CAM and programming preferred.
  • Ability to interpret and apply technical documentation and use PLM and MES systems.
Responsibilities
  • Execute manufacturing engineering tasks and activities under the direction of Manufacturing Engineering management.
  • Translate customer requirements into assembly and test processes by managing the Bill of Materials, controlling documents, validating routing, and supporting New Product Introduction and Engineering Change Order processes.
  • Prepare detailed manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions received from customers, for release to the production floor.
  • Create assembly documents, Bills of Process, and SMT/AOI machine files using CAM350, Factory Logix, or other MES and CAD/CAM software.
  • Generate, control, and distribute manufacturing process documentation, including Process Plans and Procurement specifications.
  • Perform Design for Manufacture analysis with cross-functional teams and reporting.
  • Support schedules for engineering projects, including coordinating tasks and resources to meet the schedule within the engineering team.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams to support manufacturing process improvements that enhance production efficiency and product quality.
  • Support the review and update of manufacturing procedures to ensure they are current and effective.
  • Provide technical support to the manufacturing team to resolve engineering issues affecting production and continuous production flow.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and analyze data to identify and resolve systemic process and performance issues.
Desired Qualifications
  • New graduates or candidates with up to four years of engineering support experience in electronics manufacturing are preferred.
  • Awareness of IPC standards, Lean principles, Six Sigma, and industrial ergonomics is preferred.
  • Engineering project management and project leadership skills are an asset.

About the company

Creation Technologies provides Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), handling design, manufacturing, supply chain, order fulfillment, and aftermarket support for complex technology products. It offers integrated, customized programs that cover the product lifecycle to reduce inventory and time to market while lowering costs. The company differentiates itself through long-term client partnerships, high-quality technology, and a global, localized delivery network tailored to each OEM. Its goal is to help OEMs improve operational efficiency, speed product launches, and stay competitive by delivering reliable, end-to-end EMS solutions.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$68.2M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • S&P revised Creation's outlook positive in June 2026, expecting lower leverage and cash generation.
  • Changzhou passed a June 2026 supplier audit for a top-tier minimally invasive OEM.
  • Creation won the 2025 Service Excellence Award and expanded Denver 40% in May 2025.

What critics are saying

  • S&P kept Creation at B- in June 2026, with leverage still near 5x.
  • A Newark, Denver, or L3Harris quality failure would destroy defense and medical customer trust.
  • Revelio shows headcount fell to 3,615 by March 2026, signaling operating contraction.

What makes Creation Technologies unique

  • Creation Technologies integrates design, manufacturing, supply chain, and aftermarket for complex OEM programs.
  • Patrick Freytag kept strategy continuity after becoming CEO in January 2025.
  • Newark, Denver, Markham, and Changzhou give Creation four-region production and engineering reach.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • RRSP matching program
  • Vacation
  • Onsite gym
  • Wellness trail near facility
  • Transit accessible site
  • Flexible Work Hours

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