Engineering Launch Technician - In Training

RESRG Automotive; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from engineers

Hands-on launch experience

Career growth opportunities

Cross-functional projects

Job summary

RESRG Automotive seeks a Launch Technician to support the Launch Cross Functional Team in new product launch activities while building foundational engineering, manufacturing, and quality skills. This entry-level role emphasizes a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and collaboration across departments in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will assist with launch activities, process improvements, and problem-solving initiatives under experienced engineers, gaining practical expertise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or currently completing degree requirements preferred.
• Internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Strong desire to learn engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality systems.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, measurements, and technical documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Launch Cross Functional Team with new product launch activities and project tasks.
• Support engineering, quality, tooling, operations, and program management teams in achieving launch objectives.
• Learn and apply quality planning tools, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Participate in pre-production trials, process validations, and sample builds both internally and at supplier locations as needed.
• Help coordinate trial parts, inventory tracking, and movement of materials related to launch activities.
• Assist in developing and updating work instructions, process documentation, and quality records.
• Support dimensional studies, data collection, and reporting of results.
• Participate in 5S, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.
• Work closely with experienced engineers to learn troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Report all safety, environmental, and quality concerns to management promptly.
• Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, and a willingness to learn from others.
• Support training activities and knowledge-sharing efforts across departments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RESRG Automotive seeks a Launch Technician to support the Launch Cross Functional Team in new product launch activities while building foundational engineering, manufacturing, and quality skills. This entry-level role emphasizes a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and collaboration across departments in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You will assist with launch activities, process improvements, and problem-solving initiatives under experienced engineers, gaining practical expertise