Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred)
Automotive Manufacturing Engineering experience
Experience supporting automotive assembly, machining, tooling, automation, or production facilities
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Willingness to travel extensively as required for launch support
Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new vehicle and component launches
Evaluate product designs for manufacturing feasibility using virtual engineering tools
Support development of facility, tooling, and equipment requirements
Collaborate with Product Development to improve quality and reduce manufacturing complexity
Identify, track, and resolve manufacturing feasibility, tooling, and launch-related issues
Manage tooling design, build, installation, startup, and commissioning activities
Drive resolution of assembly, automation, tooling, and process concerns during launch
Benefits
80 hours paid time off
Medical insurance contributions
Dental and vision insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Full Job Description
Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Type: Contract
Job #34323
Job Title : Manufacturing Engineer Location : Dearborn, MI-Onsite Travel: 50% to support plants in the Sharonville area and potential Kentucky. Job Type: Full Time, Contract Expected hours per week: 40 Schedule : 7:00am-3:30pm Pay: $46-$52 Job Description : We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join the Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) team responsible for launching new vehicle, powertrain, and battery programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring manufacturing facilities, tooling, processes, and equipment are ready to successfully build the next generation of vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Automation within an automotive manufacturing environment. This position requires a hands-on engineer who can lead launch activities, resolve manufacturing issues, coordinate cross-functional teams, and support tooling installation and commissioning efforts. Key Responsibilities
Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new vehicle and component launches.
Evaluate product designs for manufacturing feasibility using virtual engineering tools.
Support development of facility, tooling, and equipment requirements.
Collaborate with Product Development to improve quality and reduce manufacturing complexity.
Create, maintain, and update manufacturing process documentation and cycle line layouts.
Identify, track, and resolve manufacturing feasibility, tooling, and launch-related issues.
Manage tooling design, build, installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
Support equipment buy-offs and validation activities at supplier facilities.
Drive resolution of assembly, automation, tooling, and process concerns during launch.
Capture lessons learned and implement preventive actions into future programs.
Partner with Product Development, Logistics, Quality, Suppliers, and Operations teams.
Support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI) initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering preferred).
Automotive Manufacturing Engineering experience.
Experience supporting automotive assembly, machining, tooling, automation, or production facilities.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience managing multiple projects within aggressive timelines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Willingness to travel extensively as required for launch support.
Preferred Qualifications
Electrical Controls Engineering experience.
Experience with PLCs, sensors, industrial automation, robotics, or manufacturing controls systems.
New model launch experience within an automotive manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting one or more of the following systems:
Electrical Systems
Powertrain
Chassis
Interior
Exterior
Battery Cell Manufacturing
Battery Assembly
Stator/Rotor Manufacturing
End-of-Line Operations
Water Test Operations
Knowledge of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance methodologies.
Experience with CATIA, Teamcenter, VisMockup, or similar 3D CAD review tools.
Knowledge of GD&T, process control, statistics, and manufacturing quality tools.
Familiarity with manufacturing systems such as AVBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, E2KS, AIM, or CPARS.
Top Skills We're Looking For
Electrical & Controls Engineering
Automotive Manufacturing Engineering
New Product Launch Experience
Tooling Installation & Commissioning
Project Management & Cross-Functional Leadership
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
Thrives in fast-paced launch environments.
Enjoys solving complex manufacturing problems.
Comfortable working directly on the plant floor.
Strong leader who can coordinate suppliers, engineers, and operations teams.
Able to balance technical problem solving with schedule and project management responsibilities.
Adaptable and willing to travel to support critical launch activities.
Benefits: 80 hours paid time off, and medical insurance contributions, dental vision and our 401k retirement savings plan
