Lead Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Winamac

Job Title:

Lead Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Engineer to spearhead projects that enhance vehicle products while reducing costs. This role involves leading VA/VE projects from concept through to implementation, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring that designs meet quality, cost, and performance targets.

Responsibilities

* Lead VA/VE projects from concept, design, prototyping, testing, and implementation.

* Identify innovative ideas to improve vehicle products while reducing costs.

* Build and maintain a pipeline of cost reduction opportunities through internal and external VA/VE events.

* Partner with cross-functional teams including Portfolio, Sales, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Customer Experience, and Purchasing to develop feasible designs and business cases.

* Utilize rapid prototyping methods to evaluate and validate concept designs.

* Coordinate with production and purchasing teams to implement cost-saving initiatives.

* Design and develop vehicle conversions using CAD (Inventor).

* Engineer mechanisms, suspensions, structures, closures (doors and liftgates).

* Plan design, procurement, assembly, and validation activities aligned with project timelines and APQP stage gates.

* Ensure designs meet quality, cost, and performance targets.

* Lead low-cost design alternatives, standardization efforts, and design commonality initiatives.

* Continuously improve designs, processes, and timelines.

* Participate in design reviews to ensure all vehicle conversions meet engineering and customer requirements.

Essential Skills

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.

* Minimum of 7 years of work experience in automotive design.

* Dimensional Management and Understanding of GD&T.

* Experience with mechanism, steel, and aluminum part design and manufacturing.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Previous assembly plant launch experience preferred.

* MET degree preferred.

Work Environment

This position requires working onsite and involves collaboration with various teams to ensure the successful execution of projects. The role demands hands-on involvement in the design and engineering processes using technologies like CAD (Inventor).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Winamac, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

This is an opportunity to join a large, nationally recognized organization with multiple locations across the U.S. that is actively investing in its future through major facility and automation upgrades. The team is growing and evolving, creating strong long term stability and career growth potential. In this role, you will gain exposure to both automotive and consumer product manufacturing environments, allowing you to build a diverse and highly transferable skill set.

Engineers here are given the chance to work across multiple projects and technologies, creating a well rounded experience that supports both internal advancement and future career opportunities. There is a clear path for growth within the engineering organization, with defined levels ranging from Engineer I through Engineer VII. This structure allows for continued progression as you develop your technical and leadership capabilities.

The company offers a strong culture and collaborative work environment, along with competitive benefits including a 401k match program of up to 40 percent and a relocation package for qualified candidates. As an Actalent consultant, you will also have ongoing support and advocacy from our team, ensuring a smooth onboarding process, consistent communication, and career guidance throughout your engagement. Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Winamac,IN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close…