Manufacturing Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Design, develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls to support the production of products and components.

* Analyze and plan labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, manufacturing space, and layout to maximize efficiency and productivity.

* Support all phases of prototype development, builds, and production launches.

* Actively apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities that contribute to plant objectives, cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.

* Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability, optimal productivity, and cost effectiveness; recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed.

* Prepare and evaluate manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, feasibility, and process capability for new and existing products.

* Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, layouts, and ancillary systems.

* Select, approve, and develop tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements and product design intent.

* Coordinate implementation of new processes and provide training to ensure readiness and timing objectives are met.

* Establish and verify poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems.

* Serve as a technical resource for process changes, problem-solving teams, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring product design intent is maintained.

* Actively pursue quality improvements across manufacturing processes.

* Support new program launches as part of the SDT or Pre-Launch Team, as assigned.

* Research and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner.

* Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are met and lines are properly balanced.

* Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and provide periodic status updates.

* Act as a customer liaison for product design and engineering-related matters.

* Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers.

* Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Quality, Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

* Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards.

* Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Operator Instruction Sheets.

* Collaborate closely with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe and efficient workstation and line design.

* Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards.

* Report occupational injuries, illnesses, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.

* Support continuous improvement in safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

* 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience and background required).

* Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles.

* Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls.

* Practical knowledge of GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets.

* Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics.

* Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.

* Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working in an ISO/IATF 16949-certified environment.

* Experience troubleshooting using Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 / Control Logix software.

* Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations

PRIMARY LOCATION

Bridgewater Interiors II