Manufacturing Engineer (Process and Methods)
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Job Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer (Process & Methods) supports vehicle production by planning, developing, and maintaining standardized work methods and production processes across a diverse mix of vehicle models. This role ensures that assembly operations meet quality, efficiency, and safety standards by coordinating the setup of tools, jigs, and equipment, and by proactively addressing potential production challenges. The engineer works cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement in throughput, cost, and manufacturing readiness.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
• Plan and implement assembly process standards to support high-quality mass production
• Prepare and manage tooling, jigs, and facility readiness for model and design changes
• Support production readiness across vehicle types including N-Gas, N-EV, F-Diesel, and F-EV
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot assembly process issues
• Maintain and improve process documentation and standard work for assembly operations
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, cost, and cycle time
• Manage production data and technical drawings related to tools and processes
• Contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives and integration of poka-yoke systems
• Support operational changes driven by new models or engineering changes
• Other duties as assigned
Required Education, Training, & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Production Management, or related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a related engineering role, preferably in automotive manufacturing
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Knowledge of quality control technologies (e.g., TQM, SPC)
Strong understanding of design principles and technical drawing standards
Experience with assembling tools, fixtures, and jigs
Proficient in interpreting and applying dimensional tolerances
Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
Skilled in preparing mechanical drawings and plant layouts
Capable of developing and delivering training and presentations
Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
Experience in OEM or automotive manufacturing
Familiarity with lean systems like TPS
CAD software proficiency (e.g., AutoCAD, CATIA, SolidWorks)
Working knowledge of ERP or MES systems
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Industry
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Functions
Engineering
Manufacturing
Skills
Tooling Design
SAP ERP
Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
CATIA
Jigs
Automotive Engineering
Toyota Production System
Total Quality Management (TQM)
MES
SOLIDWORKS
Enterprise
- Location:
- Piedmont
- Job Type:
- FullTime