Automotive Manufacturing Engineer II: Launch & CI

The Judge Group

Shelbyville (TN)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 110,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer in Shelbyville, TN to support launch activities, process development, and continuous improvement in a Tier 1 automotive environment. You will develop routings and work instructions, support tooling and equipment sourcing, and drive ongoing efficiency improvements on the production floor.

Ideal candidates bring Tier 1 automotive supplier experience, high-volume manufacturing background, and launch-focused engineering skills.

Qualifications

  • Experience in Tier 1 automotive supplier environments.
  • Hands-on launch, process engineering, and floor support knowledge.
  • Familiarity with APQP, PFMEA, lean tools and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Support new product launches and manufacturing process development.
  • Create routings, work instructions, PFMEA and process documentation.
  • Assist tooling/equipment sourcing and implementation.
  • Lead continuous improvement to reduce scrap and downtime and improve efficiency.
  • Provide day‑to‑day line support and troubleshooting.
  • Conduct time studies and routing maintenance.
  • Support equipment improvements and standardization.
  • Coordinate with suppliers on tooling/equipment purchases.
  • Support quality and process deviation documentation.

Skills

APQP
PFMEA
Root Cause Analysis
Lean Manufacturing
Kaizen
Continuous Improvement
Time Studies
Standard Work
Run at Rate
Error Proofing
OEE improvements
Scrap reduction
Downtime reduction
Equipment installation/improvement
Tooling support
Manufacturing process optimization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
1-4 years manufacturing engineering experience
Master's Degree with 1-3 years experience

Job description

The Judge Group is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer in Shelbyville, TN to support launch activities, process development, and continuous improvement in a Tier 1 automotive environment. You will develop routings and work instructions, support tooling and equipment sourcing, and drive ongoing efficiency improvements on the production floor.

Ideal candidates bring Tier 1 automotive supplier experience, high-volume manufacturing background, and launch-focused engineering skills.

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