Digital Print Manufacturing Engineer
Onsite, based in Rochester, NY
Position Summary
RPI Print is the AI-enabled technology platform behind the world's leading creative brands, giving businesses of all sizes a single partner for printing, eCommerce fulfillment, and logisticsso they can focus on building their business instead of how their products get made, sold, and shipped. Through its API connection to a platform integrating seamless workflow technology, manufacturing, and global fulfillment, RPI Print delivers consistent, premium quality at any scale while its print-on-demand model reduces waste. RPI Print is also the platform behind Blurb (www.blurb.com), the premier bookmaking and self-publishing destination for creative professionals, businesses, and everyday storytellers alike. To learn more, visit www.rpiprint.com.
We are looking for a highly motivated Digital Print Manufacturing Engineer to lead process development and optimization across our digital print production environment. This role requires expertise in digital printing technologies, pre-press workflows, and print production validation. The ideal candidate will drive quality, efficiency, and innovation in a fast-paced, high-volume digital print setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with design, prepress, and operations teams to ensure seamless end-to-end production.
- Review proposed project scopes and provide input to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
- Develop, draft, and implement comprehensive test plans based on project scope, requirements, and objectives to ensure accurate validation and quality outcomes.
- Develop and execute validation protocols for new digital print products, processes, substrates, and equipment.
- Conduct print trials, performance testing, and documentation to ensure production readiness and compliance.
- Partner with quality and regulatory teams to maintain validation standards.
- Monitor print output for defects and inconsistencies; assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Maintain and update an accurate database of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring thorough documentation of materials testing, pre-press adjustments, and work instructions to support production consistency and compliance.
- Assist and conduct hands-on training sessions for operators on digital print best practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards, operational efficiency, and equipment safety.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in digital print manufacturing, with strong exposure to pre-press and production validation.
- Experience with digital print platforms such as HP Indigo, Xerox, Canon, or similar.
- Understanding of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Self-driven and motivated, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
- Strong team player who thrives in collaborative environments
- Demonstrates ownership of tasks and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Demonstrates flexibility and willingness to travel to other company locations as required to support operational needs and cross-site collaboration
Preferred Skills
- Experience with web-to-print workflows
- Knowledge of RIP software (e.g., HP, Fiery, etc), Adobe Creative Suite, and color management
- Familiarity with automation tools and digital press APIs
- Experience with Rotary Die Cutting, Guillotine, and Book Binding equipment
- Knowledge of substrate behavior and ink interaction in digital environments
- Project management experience in a digital print or commercial print setting
- Ability to support future state strategies through equipment and automation investigations and implementations
- Define opportunities to improve KPI's related to cost reductions and performance improvements.
- Identify methods to reduce waste and improve utilization of equipment.
If you believe you're a good fit for this role and share our passion for excellence, we'd love to hear from you!
