Lead the planning, installation, and launch of new model assembly processes in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. This role provides technical support for equipment integration, engineering changes while collaborating with cross-functional teams and global partners to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient operations. What You Do • Coordinate and execute equipment vendor buyoffs to validate safety, quality, cycle time, ergonomic, and functional requirements in accordance with company manufacturing standards. • Support equipment debugging, troubleshooting, and process stabilization activities during launch phases to achieve production targets related to safety, quality, cost, and delivery. • Develop and implement effective countermeasures for equipment, process, and production issues through root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities. • Support controls and automation activities including PLC troubleshooting, robot integration, torque systems, vision systems, poka-yoke devices, and automated material handling equipment. • Review equipment specifications, layouts, and technical documentation to ensure alignment with manufacturing requirements and production objectives. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Production Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, Suppliers, and external partners to ensure successful equipment integration and launch execution. • Ensure compliance with safety standards, production readiness requirements, and operational excellence principles throughout project execution. • Establish strong team member relations at all levels and support coaching, mentoring, teamwork, and inclusion initiatives. • Collaborate with international team members from Mazda, Toyota, and other customers. • Running daily reports for KPI management of Quality & Productivity to help improve cost. • Update timing and status of Engineering changes within Mazda unique and MTM specific databases and systems • Supporting Engineering team with the creation of Standard operating procedures for process related equipment, tooling, etc. and submit them into the document control system • Research and procure materials required for production processes as directed by engineering team to support Process change for new model introduction or process improvement activities • Develop and maintain a database of spare parts and drawings for unique jigs, fixtures, tooling, etc. • Setup and maintain a database of parts using SAP • Create or reverse engineer unique parts use CAD or other 3D software as required for production • Support with installation and initial setup of tools, pick lights and other production process needs • Ability to work rotating shifts • Ability to work outside of typical business hours and travel as needed (domestically and internationally) What You Bring • Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD or other design-related software (i.e. Solid Works, CATIA) • Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with or analyzing technical drawings or specifications or part drawings and manuals / instructions • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) • High School Diploma or GED What Will Set You Apart • 3 years of demonstrated project management work experience • Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Industrial Technology, another technical field • Experience working with vendors and coordinating schedules • Experience in automotive manufacturing, assembly production engineering, or launch engineering in a SEIBI role • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automated manufacturing environments. • Experience with equipment startup, conveyor systems, robotics, fastening systems, or assembly tooling Hiring Range Salary: $120,031.64 - $153,650.65 • We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your personal compensation in the market range. • Our compensation structure consists of an annual salary and a yearly discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.