Automotive Manufacturing Engineer - Lean, OEE & Robotics

Kids for the Future; North Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Flexible and remote work options

Job summary

Ingenics is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize, and oversee automotive assembly and production processes. You will lead transitions of new vehicle components from concept to full-scale production, focusing on equipment efficiency and lean practices.

The role requires hands-on experience with CAD software, robotics, PLCs, and automated welding/assembly systems, plus PFMEA, APQP/PPAP, and 8D problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial).
• 3+ years of direct manufacturing engineering experience in automotive settings.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (SolidWorks/AutoCAD/CATIA).

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize equipment layouts and workstations to streamline workflow and reduce cycle times.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma to eliminate waste, improve material flow, and reduce downtime.
• Program, troubleshoot, and integrate robotics, PLCs, and automated welding/assembly systems.
• Lead APQP/PPAP activities and PFMEA to mitigate process risks early.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAD

Robotics

PLC programming

APQP/PPAP

PFMEA

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

Job description

Ingenics is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize, and oversee automotive assembly and production processes. You will lead transitions of new vehicle components from concept to full-scale production, focusing on equipment efficiency and lean practices.

The role requires hands-on experience with CAD software, robotics, PLCs, and automated welding/assembly systems, plus PFMEA, APQP/PPAP, and 8D problem-solving.