Automotive Manufacturing Engineer - Process & Tooling Lead

Highly Marelli USA, Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Highly Marelli USA, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with 5+ years of automotive industry experience to support large‑scale assembly operations and drive process improvements.

The role focuses on developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation to meet HMUS quality goals and customer needs. You will lead process planning, conduct time studies, and provide technical guidance for production lines, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in a related field with 5 years' experience, or Master's with 2–3 years' experience.
• Ability to pass background checks and pre-employment drug tests.
• Experience with integrated computer programs and/or applications.
• Strong communication, administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new manufacturing processes to support new product launches.
• Develop line documents, routings, work instructions, and other documentation.
• Negotiate with suppliers for tooling and equipment purchases.
• Prepare reports, attend meetings, and manage paperwork.
• Prepare quotes including equipment, tooling, manning, and standard times.
• Plan manufacturing processes and establish engineering standards and FMEA.
• Conduct process trials, implement countermeasures, and evaluate defects.
• Maintain quality system documentation and 5S workplace organization.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Master's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Highly Marelli USA, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with 5+ years of automotive industry experience to support large‑scale assembly operations and drive process improvements.

The role focuses on developing manufacturing processes, tooling, and documentation to meet HMUS quality goals and customer needs. You will lead process planning, conduct time studies, and provide technical guidance for production lines, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.