Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly & Automation 1

Nexteer Automotive Group Ltd

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 24 days ago

    Highlights

    Position Overview: The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, support quality and safety requirements, and implement efficient, reliable processes. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.

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    LocationSaginaw, MI

    Description

    POSITION: Manufacturing Engineer - REPS Assembly

    Position Overview:

    The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, support quality and safety requirements, and implement efficient, reliable processes.

    Job responsibilities:

    • Support Operations and Trades in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
    • Support product quality investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
    • Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities.
    • Lead or support equipment development, specification, validation, installation, and retooling projects.
    • Plan and execute assigned projects, including tooling budget management as required.
    • Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are understood, documented, and followed.
    • Communicate with Engineering, Operations, Trades, Quality, and other stakeholders to meet business and customer needs.
    • Develop and maintain PFMEA documentation and support related process controls.
    • Process plant change notices for assigned areas.
    • Support quality and safety audits, including required documentation and follow-up actions.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.

    • Minimum 2 years of experience with manufacturing engineering tools, equipment design/build, or equivalent plant ME experience.
    • Working knowledge of assembly processes such as pressing, fastening, fixturing, vision systems, data collection, and tool design.
    • Basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls, automation, and robotics.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
    • Proficient computer skills and ability to manage technical documentation.
    • Experience using AI tools to analyze data, identify trends, and support problem solving preferred.
    • Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods such as Fast-X, Shainin, or Six Sigma preferred.
    • Knowledge of GD&T preferred.

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