Automotive Assembly Process Engineer — Lean & DFMA

Magna International; Lansing, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Magna International in Lansing, MI is seeking an Assembly Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement on the assembly floor. You will collaborate with the Assembly team to optimize processes, improve equipment performance, and reduce cycle times.

You will develop DFMA strategies with APQP and Engineering, create work instructions and FMEAs, and train technicians on new processes. A focus on ergonomics and error-proofing will enhance safety and quality across production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, synchronous manufacturing, and ergonomics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and AutoCAD required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Continuously improve manufacturing processes using Lean principles to enhance labor efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Support new program launches by developing process flows, cell layouts, and labor requirements; track builds through pre-SOP activities.
• Collaborate with APQP teams and Engineering on launches and DFMA strategies.
• Develop work instructions, Process FMEAs, and Control Plans for new processes and changes.
• Lead cross-functional activities to maintain and improve departmental KPIs and CI metrics.
• Investigate quality concerns and help implement corrective actions to improve products and processes.
• Communicate process changes and provide training to Quality Technicians and Team Leaders.
• Develop and implement error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions to prevent assembly errors.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Ergonomics

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Magna International in Lansing, MI is seeking an Assembly Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement on the assembly floor. You will collaborate with the Assembly team to optimize processes, improve equipment performance, and reduce cycle times.

You will develop DFMA strategies with APQP and Engineering, create work instructions and FMEAs, and train technicians on new processes. A focus on ergonomics and error-proofing will enhance safety and quality across production.