About the Company

About the Role

Job Summary:The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes that support the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of automotive components and assemblies. Working within a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing setting, this position plays a key role in driving operational excellence through process improvement, equipment optimization, automation, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

- Responsibilities and Authorities
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products
- Design and improve production workflows, workstations, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing methods
- Establish process parameters, cycle times, and production standards
- Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
- Support global standardization of manufacturing practices across facilities
- Develop specifications for manufacturing equipment, tooling, and automation systems
- Support capital expenditure planning and budget development
- Coordinate equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and validation
- Monitor project timelines, costs, and deliverables
- Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities
- Develop manufacturing processes and equipment requirements for new product launches
- Support Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) development and updates
- Coordinate Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities
- Support engineering changes and product design modifications

- Automation and Technology




- Identify and evaluate opportunities for automation and advanced manufacturing technologies
- Support robotics, automated assembly, material handling, and vision system applications
- Participate in equipment design reviews and acceptance testing
- Collaborate with equipment suppliers and integrators on implementation projects

- Continuous Improvement
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance metrics
- Drive scrap, rework, downtime, and cycle time reduction projects
- Improve process capability and manufacturing stability
- Support operational teams in resolving production challenges

- Health, Safety & Wellness
- Prioritize safety and comply with the Health and Safety Management System.
- Support risk reduction, hazard identification, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellness legislation and KSR standards.
- Uphold and adhere to the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

- Environmental
- Promote the global Environmental Management System with a focus on footprint reduction, recycling, andresource efficiency.

Qualifications

- Education Requirements
- Bachelor;s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial,



or Mechatronics Engineering or College diploma in related field with combination of significant manufacturing engineering experience.

- Work Experience
- 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting automotive production processes within a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility, developing, implementing, troubleshooting and improving manufacturing processes and production systems.
- Subject matter expert in one of the following: Automated assembly, Robotics and automation, Welding, Stamping, Machining or Injection Molding.

- Required Language
- English (verbal and written)

Required Skills

- Skills and Abilities
- Lean Manufacturing/ Continuous Improvement
- Analytical and Problem-SolvingSkills
- Project Management
- Communication and Influence
- Business Acumen and Cost Awareness
- Accountability
- Innovation and Creativity
- Collaboration and Teamwork

- Computer Skills
- Microsoft 365
- Engineering and Design Software (CAD)
- Manufacturing Systems (MES)
- ERP Systems
- Data Analysis and Reporting Tools
- Automation and Controls Software(PLC Interfacing)
- Microsoft Project or other Project Management software.

- Physical Abilities
- The Manufacturing Engineer must be able to work effectively in both office and manufacturing environments and perform frequent walking, standing, bending, and movement throughout production facilities.
- The incumbent must be capable of conducting equipment evaluations, process observations, manufacturing trials, and hands-on troubleshooting activities.
- Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs. (11 kg).
- Domestic and international travel may be required.

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