Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, Automotive Seating Launch

Energy Jobline ZR; Clinton Charter Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to drive development and launch of automotive seating manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, Production, Purchasing, and suppliers to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes design for manufacturability, process capability, and continuous improvement to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably seating or interior systems.
• Experience supporting new product launches from concept through production.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, and SPC.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong understanding of assembly processes, ergonomics, and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment, robotics, and poka-yoke systems.
• Proficiency with CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Aufgaben

• Lead manufacturing process development for new seating programs from concept through production launch.
• Develop manufacturing process flows, work instructions, PFMEA, control plans, and standardized work documentation.
• Design and implement assembly processes for seat structures, foam, trim, mechanisms, and final seat assembly.
• Specify, source, and validate manufacturing equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation systems.
• Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, runoff, and production readiness activities.
• Conduct process capability studies and ensure manufacturing processes meet customer quality requirements.
• Support APQP activities, including Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, Control Plans, Run-at-Rate, and PPAP submissions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Analyze manufacturing data to identify opportunities for process optimization and waste elimination.
• Support ergonomic assessments and implement improvements to reduce operator fatigue and improve workplace safety.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure tooling and equipment meet technical specifications and project timelines.
• Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews during product development.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues during prototype, pilot, and production phases.
• Manage manufacturing engineering project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and company standards.

Kenntnisse

APQP / PPAP

PFMEA / DFMEA

Process Flow Development

Control Plans

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Value Stream Mapping

Industrial Engineering

Robotics & Automation

Ergonomic Analysis

CAD Software

Microsoft Office

Project Management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

PLC's

Industrial Controls

Vision Systems

Jobbeschreibung

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to drive development and launch of automotive seating manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with Product Engineering, Quality, Production, Purchasing, and suppliers to deliver robust manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes design for manufacturability, process capability, and continuous improvement to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals.