Industrial Engineer - Battery

OPmobility; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

OPmobility in Troy, MI is seeking an Industrial Engineer to plan, develop, and implement manufacturing processes for new product launches in the Battery Business Group. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, efficient, and scalable manufacturing solutions that meet quality, cost, safety, and delivery objectives.

The Industrial Engineer plays a key role throughout APQP, industrialization processes, equipment validation, continuous improvement initiatives, and production

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing/industrial engineering experience.
• Experience with PFMEA, Process Flow Development, GD&T, APQP methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrialization activities for new product launches per APQP methodologies.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Product Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Program Management, and Operations to ensure successful launches.
• Support facilities in identifying and resolving process, equipment, and quality issues via root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing deliverables (PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, Standard Work, Capacity Analysis).
• Utilize DFM&A, GD&T, AutoCAD, Lean principles, and PM methodologies to optimize manufacturability and efficiency.
• Coordinate and support equipment validation, process qualification, and internal standards compliance.
• Evaluate new product designs for manufacturability and work with Product Engineering on design improvements.
• Support simulation and analysis (FEA, CFD) to assess process performance.
• Participate in feasibility reviews, lean workshops, value engineering, and continuous improvement.

Skills

PFMEA

Process flow

GD&T

APQP

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

FEA

CFD

Job description

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Industrial Engineer

Location: Troy,MI
Employment Type: Full-Time, Long-Term, At-Will
Target Start Date: October 2026

Position Summary

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing manufacturing processes for new product launches within the Battery Business Group. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, efficient, and scalable manufacturing solutions that meet quality, cost, safety, and delivery objectives.

The Industrial Engineer plays a key role throughout the APQP and industrialization processes, supporting product development, manufacturing readiness, equipment validation, continuous improvement initiatives, and production launch activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement industrialization activities for new product launches in accordance with OPmobility's program management and APQP methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Product Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Program Management, and Operations to ensure successful product launches.
• Support manufacturing facilities in identifying and resolving process, equipment, and quality issues through structured root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing deliverables including:
  • PFMEA
  • Process Flow Diagrams
  • Standardized Work Instructions
  • Capacity Analysis
  • Manufacturing Documentation
• Utilize engineering and manufacturing tools such as DFM&A, GD&T, AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing principles, and Project Management methodologies to optimize manufacturability and production efficiency.
• Support and/or lead the development of manufacturing process specifications, production equipment specifications, and assembly solutions.
• Coordinate and support equipment validation activities, including process qualification and compliance with internal engineering standards.
• Evaluate new product designs for manufacturability and collaborate with Product Engineering to implement design improvements that enhance quality, cost, and production performance.
• Support simulation and analysis activities, including FEA and CFD studies, to assess manufacturability and process performance.
• Participate in feasibility reviews, lean workshops, value engineering initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to process optimization projects focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Document and apply lessons learned and best practices to future programs and manufacturing operations.
• Support launch activities through production ramp-up and handoff to the manufacturing organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
• 2-5 years of manufacturing and/or industrial engineering experience.
• Experience with:
  • PFMEA
  • Process Flow Development
  • GD&T
  • APQP methodologies
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship or transfer requirements.

Preferred

• Experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience supporting new product launches and industrialization activities.
• Experience within battery systems, electrification, plastics processing, molding, assembly, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of DFM&A, AutoCAD, FEA, and CFD analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0, automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth opportunities within a global mobility technology leader
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.