Engineering, Assembly

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, U.S.A; United States; On-site; USD 101,276 - 129,642; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare and wellness plans

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Vehicle discount program

Child-care assistance program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, U.S.A is seeking an Assembly Shop Engineer to support and enhance assembly manufacturing processes, ensuring efficient and high-quality vehicle production.

In this role, you will lead continuous improvement projects, provide technical assistance for production, and collaborate with various teams to optimize equipment and processes.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily engineering support to assembly production operations.
• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshoot processes and equipment to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work flexible schedules

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Overview

The Assembly Shop Engineer is responsible for supporting and improving assembly manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality vehicle production. The role leads continuous improvement initiatives, provides technical support to production operations, and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to optimize equipment performance, quality, productivity, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Production Support:
  • Provide daily engineering support to assembly production operations.
  • Monitor key production metrics including safety, quality, productivity, and downtime.
  • Troubleshoot processes, equipment, and quality issues to minimize production interruptions.
  • Support launch activities, engineering changes, and model‑year updates.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Lead and implement Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
  • Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.
  • Develop and implement countermeasures for recurring manufacturing issues.
  • Drive waste elimination efforts related to labor, material, and equipment utilization.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve standardized work processes.
  • Evaluate and optimize assembly line balancing and workstation design.
  • Create and update process documentation, work instructions, and engineering standards.
  • Support ergonomic assessments and workplace improvements.
  • Collaborate with maintenance and controls teams to improve equipment reliability.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and tooling.
  • Participate in preventive and predictive maintenance improvement activities.
  • Evaluate automation opportunities to improve productivity and quality.
  • Investigate quality concerns and lead root‑cause analysis activities using structured methodologies such as A3, Fishbone, and 5 Why.
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate defects.
  • Support internal audits and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Logistics, and Manufacturing Engineering teams.
  • Coordinate activities with suppliers and external contractors as needed.
  • Support workforce training related to new processes, equipment, and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and support production requirements as needed.

What Will Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent time in high‑volume manufacturing).
• 2 years of manufacturing engineering, production engineering, or equivalent experience in an automotive or high‑volume manufacturing environment (or equivalent education).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and problem‑solving methodologies.
• Knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles.
• Familiarity with PLC‑controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Experience with ergonomics and workstation design.
• Experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software.
• Experience working with vendors and coordinating schedules.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in automated manufacturing environments.
• Experience with equipment startup, conveyor systems, robotics, fastening systems, or assembly tooling.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness plans.
• 401(k) savings plan featuring a company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Vehicle discount program.
• Child‑care assistance program.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Hiring Range: $101,276.70 - $129,642.74. The compensation structure consists of an annual salary and a yearly discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.