Automotive Manufacturing Engineer - Lean & Process Improvement

Dana Incorporated; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automotive manufacturing processes. You will support continuous improvement, resolve on-the-floor issues, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and experience with automotive manufacturing systems. On-site position in Kentucky with collaboration across engineering, quality, and production teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience in manufacturing engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/automotive environment.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge is desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve production workflows, layouts, and utilization of equipment to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Provide technical support to resolve process-related issues, equipment malfunctions, and quality concerns on the shop floor.
• Apply lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to drive process improvements and cost savings.
• Work with engineering, quality, and production teams to integrate new products into manufacturing, including tooling, process validation, and documentation.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation including work instructions, process flows, and engineering change notices.

Skills

Automotive manufacturing systems

Process engineering

Industrial automation

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Project management

Communication skills

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

AviX

Visio

MS Project

IATF 16949 & ISO standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

3+ years of experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

AviX

Visio

MS Project

Job description

Dana Incorporated is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automotive manufacturing processes. You will support continuous improvement, resolve on-the-floor issues, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and experience with automotive manufacturing systems. On-site position in Kentucky with collaboration across engineering, quality, and production teams.