Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Aptiv PLC; Warren, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join the North American Connection Systems Team at the Champion Technical Center in Warren, Ohio. You will work hands-on with Product and Operations to develop processes for new products, from prototype through serial production, with a focus on safety, reliability, and sustainability.

The role requires CAD/CAM proficiency, collaboration across engineering, manufacturing and suppliers, and the drive to implement data-driven improvements in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in manufacturing with machines or processes.
• Proficient in CAD/CAM packages (SolidWorks, Solid Edge, AutoCAD, NX, Mastercam, Trumpf TruTops, etc.).
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to visualize dynamic processes and component interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes from prototype to serial production.
• Design and build tooling and fixturing for development projects.
• Document work instructions and provide project updates to management.
• Interact with suppliers to drive timelines and requirements.
• Apply data-driven decision making in engineering choices.
• Implement leading-edge technology into Aptiv processes and designs.
• Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Solid Edge

AutoCAD

NX

Mastercam

Trumpf TruTops

Job description

Adavanced Manufacturing Engineer

Your Role

The North American Connection Systems Team has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at the Champion Technical Center in Warren, Ohio. The chosen candidate will work hands‑on with the Product and Operations teams to develop products and processes that will make the Automotive sector safer, greener, and more connected.

Key job responsibilities for this role include:

• Develop the manufacturing processes for new products from prototype to serial production
• Design and build tooling and fixturing to enable development projects
• Complete advanced manufacturing projects to improve upon existing methods and procedures
• Incorporate leading edge technology into Aptiv processes and designs
• Document work instructions, lessons learned, and provide project updates to management
• Develop process estimates and contribute to Statement of Work to outline industrialization requirements for communication with Engineering, Plant, and Suppliers
• Interact with suppliers to communicate requirements and drive project timelines
• Utilize data‑driven decision making in all engineering decisions
• Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements

Work Environment:

• This role requires a mix of office and on‑site work at Aptiv Tech Centers, Manufacturing Facilities and Customer/Supplier Locations
• Full time availability on‑site at the Champion Technical Center is required
• Up to 10% travel may be required to support plant interaction, supplier evaluations, and technology investigations

Your Background (Must haves):

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar
• An innate desire to problem solve and drive innovation in products and process
• The ability visualize and understand dynamic processes and component interactions
• Capable of working collaboratively with peers to transform ideas into technical concept drawings, CAD models, and bring designs to life in a lab or production environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency using various CAD/CAM packages (i.e. SolidWorks, Solid Edge, AutoCAD, NX, Mastercam, Trumpf TruTops, etc.)
• 3+ years of experience building/repairing/improving machines or processes in a manufacturing/shop environment.
• 3+ years of experience working with cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing environment (i.e. engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, etc.)
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team

Nice to have:

• Experience in Ultrasonic Welding and/or Laser Cutting & Welding Technologies
• Experience with CNC Milling
• Experience in Automated Equipment Design
• Experience in electrical connector component design and/or assembly
• Proficient in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and conducting Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Strong presence, poise and persuasiveness to establish a high level of credibility quickly

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