Manufacturing Engineer – Automotive Assembly

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D34 Georgetown, KY, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $40.00 To $44.00 Hourly

Location: Georgetown, KY (Onsite)
Company: K&K Technical Group
1516284
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Regular Business Hours
Experience

Required:

2+ Years
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Travel: Up to 20% (Domestic and International)

K&K Technical Group is seeking a motivated and hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support advanced equipment planning and manufacturing process improvements at a major automotive manufacturing facility in Georgetown, Kentucky.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing engineering, capital equipment planning, equipment installation, and production process improvement. This role will focus on developing and implementing innovative manufacturing technologies, improving assembly operations, and supporting new equipment and production readiness initiatives.

This position requires strong technical skills, practical manufacturing experience, and the ability to collaborate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, and production personnel.

• Support the planning, development, and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and technologies for automotive assembly operations.
• Assist with capital equipment projects, including investment planning, technical specifications, procurement, installation, and production support.
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost.
• Develop and review engineering drawings, equipment layouts, and technical documentation using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams, manufacturing personnel, vendors, and equipment suppliers to achieve project objectives.
• Support new equipment installations, production preparation, and manufacturing process improvements.
• Assist with equipment troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in projects focused on reducing manufacturing costs and improving operational performance.
• Coordinate project schedules, equipment requirements, and implementation activities.
• Provide hands‑on engineering support on the manufacturing floor.
• Support domestic and international engineering activities as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing or production engineering experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting capital equipment projects, equipment planning, procurement, or installation.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing equipment, production processes, and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience developing or reviewing technical specifications and engineering documentation.
• Strong project coordination, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross‑functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Willingness to work onsite and travel up to 20%, including occasional international travel.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and wear required personal protective equipment.

• Automotive manufacturing or final assembly experience.
• Experience supporting new vehicle launches or major model changes.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor, Vault, CATIA, or XVL.
• Knowledge of PLC systems,…