Manufacturing Process Engineer - Launch

The Role:

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and optimizing manufacturing processes that support the production of high-quality automotive components. Working with a high degree of independence and occasional guidance from leadership, you will help design, implement, and improve manufacturing systems, equipment, tooling, and workflows to maximize safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.

This position operates within a centralized manufacturing engineering environment where innovation, problem-solving, and sound engineering judgment are highly valued. As part of a new product launch team, you will help drive successful equipment installation, process implementation, and production readiness. Candidates must be flexible and available to support any shift, including overtime and weekends as business needs require.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):

• Lead Statements of Requirements (SORs) and manage projects related to tooling, equipment, workstations, and manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate cross-functionally as part of larger manufacturing engineering initiatives and vehicle launches.
• Develop and define manufacturing processes, sequences, and production workflows.
• Review tooling and equipment designs to ensure manufacturability, quality, and performance requirements are met.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve part quality, production throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Optimize material flow and manufacturing layouts to support production objectives.
• Support the design, construction, integration, installation, and launch of manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, and productivity.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to external suppliers and equipment vendors.
• Participate in the development, testing, and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Develop, maintain, and improve process control systems and standards.

Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, process engineering, and machining operations.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and build strong working relationships.
• Ability and willingness to work any shift.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including weekends, as required.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.

What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

• 3+ years of experience specifically in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience supporting manufacturing launches and production startups.
• Knowledge of machine alignment, process capability studies, and statistical data analysis using QDAS.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience with engineering documentation, PPAP, PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, and Control Plans.
• Experience with CNC machining and PLC-controlled manufacturing systems.
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements in a high-volume manufacturing environment.