BIW Manufacturing Engineer — On-the-Floor Innovator

Volvo Group; Grover (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

retirement plan matching

Safe working environment

Volvo Group University

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve BIW manufacturing processes on the shop floor. You will lead improvement activities, collaborate with operators and cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and built‑in quality.

Qualifications include a BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, and strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar field (automotive or BIW experience is a plus, but not required).
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including risk identification and mitigation, both individually and in teams.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support and improve BIW manufacturing processes, techniques, equipment, gauging, IT systems, and tooling to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Spend time on the shop floor to confirm that tooling and fixtures perform to expected quality and safety standards; follow up quickly on any issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies and systems to improve our assembly line performance.
• Develop practical, cost‑effective engineering solutions that can adapt to product and volume changes.
• Participate in and support project planning, including: Pre‑studies and feasibility checks; Volume and capacity assessments; Follow‑up on actions, timing, and results with stakeholders.
• Use benchmarking and best practices from inside and outside the organization to improve our processes.
• Listen to and understand the needs of internal and external customers, especially production and quality.
• Clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions in both written and verbal form.
• Work collaboratively to solve problems, support root cause analysis, and help prevent and de‑escalate conflicts.
• Take initiative to identify risks and potential issues early, and act quickly to minimize their impact.
• Contribute actively to our continuous improvement culture, with a focus on: Waste elimination; Built‑in quality and error‑proofing; A safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Education

BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Volvo Group is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve BIW manufacturing processes on the shop floor. You will lead improvement activities, collaborate with operators and cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and built‑in quality.

Qualifications include a BS in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, and strong problem‑solving and communication skills.