Junior Manufacturing Engineer: Hands-On Process Innovator

Adient US LLC; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgewater Interiors IV is seeking a motivated Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment while contributing to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include assisting with process design, labor and layout planning, prototype builds, and cost-focused manufacturability input.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• 0-2 years in manufacturing engineering; automotive experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of product design and assembly processes.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plans, and process flows.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply hands-on manufacturing methods.
• Willingness to relocate to other facilities in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and controls.
• Support labor utilization, equipment needs, workflow, and layouts to improve efficiency.
• Participate in prototype development, builds, and production launches.
• Learn and apply new manufacturing technologies to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Attend product design reviews to provide input on manufacturability and cost.
• Prepare manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, and process capability.
• Support process improvements involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, and layouts.
• Collaborate with senior engineers in selecting and developing tooling and equipment.
• Participate in training coordination for new processes to ensure production readiness.
• Contribute to the establishment and verification of poka-yoke systems.
• Provide technical support for problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in new program launches as part of cross-functional teams.
• Work closely with production teams to support KPIs and line balancing.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and provide status updates.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers.
• Perform other duties and special projects.

Skills

PFMEA knowledge

Process documentation

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Relocation willingness

Education

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

Tools

CAD knowledge

Windows/Office

Job description

Bridgewater Interiors IV is seeking a motivated Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment while contributing to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include assisting with process design, labor and layout planning, prototype builds, and cost-focused manufacturability input.