Automation & Process Improvement Engineer

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is seeking a Production Engineer to support highly automated automotive manufacturing, focusing on improving processes, reducing downtime, and boosting overall efficiency on the line.

You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to lead continuous improvement initiatives, support new model launches, and develop SOPs while applying Lean, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent technical training in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• 1-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting production processes, equipment, or continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Analyze production processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize workflow.
• Monitor production performance metrics and develop action plans to address process concerns.
• Support troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment, automation systems, and production-related issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for process and equipment failures.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, process instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Participate in new equipment installation, process validation, and production line startup activities.
• Support line balancing and capacity improvement initiatives to meet production requirements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Production teams to improve equipment reliability and process stability.
• Collect, analyze, and report production data related to efficiency, downtime, scrap, and quality performance.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies.
• Support implementation and optimization of automation technologies, robotics, and manufacturing systems.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Participate in Gemba walks and production floor observations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Excel proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Root cause analysis

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/ Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

PLC-controlled systems

Robotics

Job description

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is seeking a Production Engineer to support highly automated automotive manufacturing, focusing on improving processes, reducing downtime, and boosting overall efficiency on the line.

You will collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to lead continuous improvement initiatives, support new model launches, and develop SOPs while applying Lean, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies on the shop floor.