Manufacturing/Process & Launch Engineer

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services; Windsor; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid benefits after 90 days

Pension eligibility after one year

Job summary

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services is recruiting an experienced Manufacturing/Process & Launch Engineer to support automation, robotics and production equipment for a high-volume automotive client.

The role involves launching machining processes, ensuring production readiness, and collaborating with engineering, trades and suppliers to meet schedules and quality targets.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years automotive manufacturing or launch experience preferred.
• Experience with machining/engine components or CNC machining is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the launch and production readiness of machining processes.
• Develop and execute process capability plans for equipment and processes.
• Analyze capability data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead production trials, run-at-rate activities and launch events.
• Coordinate with production teams to resolve process issues.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to ensure launch deliverables are completed.

Skills

Process capability

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Project coordination

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

MS Office

Engineering drawings software

Manufacturing/quality systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Manufacturing/Process & Launch Engineer to support automation, robotics and production equipment within a high-volume automotive manufacturing client. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing/process engineering professional who enjoys working directly with production, engineering, skilled trades and equipment suppliers to bring processes from launch through successful production.

NOTE: 6-month contract with possible extension. Ability to work all three shifts is required. Ability work overtime including weekends and holidays when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the launch and production readiness of machining processes
• Develop and execute process capability plans to ensure equipment and processes meet required targets
• Analyze capability and production data and identify opportunities for improvement
• Lead and support production trials, run-at-rate activities and launch events
• Work directly with production teams to identify and resolve process issues
• Coordinate resources with salaried and hourly manufacturing personnel to keep launch activities on schedule
• Partner with Product Engineering to resolve product and process challenges
• Work with machine builders and equipment suppliers to resolve installation, commissioning and machine tryout (MTO) issues
• Support skilled trades with equipment and station readiness activities
• Review engineering drawings, process documentation and quality requirements
• Develop, update and maintain process and launch documentation
• Prepare technical reports and communicate status, issues and recommendations to management
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure required launch deliverables are completed
• Identify risks, remove roadblocks and drive open issues to resolution
• Ensure required launch documentation is accurately completed and uploaded into DCP

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline; equivalent experience will also be considered
• 3+ years of automotive manufacturing, machining, powertrain or launch experience preferred
• Experience with cylinder heads, engine components, powertrain or CNC machining is highly preferred
• Experience supporting new product, equipment or manufacturing process launches
• Strong understanding of process capability, data analysis and continuous improvement
• Experience working with machine builders, equipment suppliers or skilled trades
• Ability to troubleshoot production and equipment issues and develop practical solutions
• Comfortable working with engineering drawings, process documentation and quality requirements
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with production, engineering, management, skilled trades and unionized teams
• Ability to work independently while coordinating multiple launch activities and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with manufacturing/quality systems is an asset

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $35.00–$40.00/hour (depending on experience)
• Paid benefits after 90 days, including extended medical, dental and out-of-country coverage
• Pension eligibility with employer matching after one full year
• MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates.

MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those who request assistance during the hiring process.