Automotive Manufacturing Process Engineer

Flex N Gate; Rockford (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate in Rockford, TN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, build, and maintain equipment and processes that drive safe, efficient, and high-quality automotive manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement.

You will analyze workflows, optimize layouts, collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams, and support new product introductions with tooling and process development.

Qualifications

• BS degree or equivalent related experience in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2–5 years’ experience in automotive/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing.
• Proficiency in engineering CAD software (CAD, CATIA, NX).

Responsibilities

• Evaluates manufacturing processes and designs new systems for new products or improvements.
• Develops manufacturing processes by researching, designing, modifying, and testing methods and equipment; consults with vendors.
• Prepare manufacturing proposals and estimates for new products, including tooling cost requirements and resources.
• Participates in continuous improvement plans related to responsibilities.
• Improves efficiency by analyzing workflow, space, and equipment layouts.
• Calculates production costs and reviews schedules; estimates future requirements.
• Prepares product and process reports by collecting and summarizing information and trends.
• Devises new approaches to complex problems using standard technical principles.
• Ensures compliance with facility standards (ISO, TS).
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Team Work

Time Management

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Planning and Organizing

Research and Analysis

Troubleshooting

Development and Continual Learning

Ethics and Integrity

Flexibility

Decision Making

Accountability and Dependability

Education

BS Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD

CATIA

NX

Job description

Flex-N-Gate in Rockford, TN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, build, and maintain equipment and processes that drive safe, efficient, and high-quality automotive manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement.

You will analyze workflows, optimize layouts, collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams, and support new product introductions with tooling and process development.