Junior Production Engineer (all genders)

Gropyus Ag; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

GROPYUS AG in Richen seeks a Junior Production Engineer to join the local Manufacturing Engineering team. You will work on the production line, analyze operations with shift leaders and operators, and implement sustainable solutions to recurring issues.

This role offers ownership, fast decision-making, and opportunities to apply Lean methods, CIP/KVP, standard work, line balancing, and waste elimination while contributing to continuous improvement in a high-volume facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• First experience as a Production Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer in a paced, high-volume production environment.
• First practical experience in CIP/KVP, Lean Manufacturing, and structured root cause analysis.
• Strong communication skills in both German and English.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes on the line, identify bottlenecks and recurring sources of disruption, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Provide technical support during line disruptions and derive permanent corrective measures.
• Independently plan and implement continuous improvement (CIP/KVP) initiatives and measure their impact on cycle time, quality, and equipment availability.
• Apply and establish Lean Manufacturing methods within the plant, including standard work, line balancing, and waste elimination.
• Create and maintain process standards and work instructions, and assess the impact of engineering changes (CRs) on production performance.
• Support shift leadership and production operators in daily operations and introduce improvements in close collaboration with them.

Skills

German language

English language

Strong communication

Lean Manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement (CIP/KVP)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Production/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

Six Sigma

TPM

Shopfloor Management

Prefabrication knowledge

Job description

About The Company

GROPYUS is a technology-based construction company focused on building multi-story residential buildings. Thanks to its prefabricated building system with various design options, industrial offsite construction, and fully digitalized processes, the company manufactures aspirational, sustainable, and affordable homes using timber construction methods. GROPYUS is using scalable construction and manufacturing solutions to tap into a future market, boost Europe's strength in innovation, while also playing a substantial role in improving sustainability.

About the role

We are building a highly automated manufacturing facility for prefabricated building components in Richen and are currently transitioning from ramp-up into full-scale serial production. Following a recent reorganization, the local Manufacturing Engineering team has full ownership of site processes. We define how production is run rather than having processes handed down to us.

As a Junior Production Engineer, you will work where value is created: on the production line. You will analyze operations together with shift leaders and operators, eliminate recurring issues at their root cause, and embed sustainable solutions into production standards. Short decision-making paths, a small team, and real ownership mean that decisions you make today can be implemented on the line tomorrow.

Your area of responsibilities include:

• Analyze production processes on the line, identify bottlenecks and recurring sources of disruption, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Provide technical support during line disruptions and derive permanent corrective measures from recurring issues.
• Independently plan and implement continuous improvement (CIP/KVP) initiatives and measure their impact on cycle time, quality, and equipment availability.
• Apply and establish Lean Manufacturing methods within the plant, including standard work, line balancing, and waste elimination.
• Create and maintain process standards and work instructions, and assess the impact of engineering changes (CRs) on production performance.
• Support shift leadership and production operators in daily operations and introduce improvements in close collaboration with them.

About you

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• First experience as a Production Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer in a paced, high-volume production environment, with direct impact on shopfloor operations.
• First practical experience in continuous improvement (CIP/KVP), Lean Manufacturing, and structured root cause analysis.
• Strong communication skills in both German and English.

Preferred qualifications

• Completed technical apprenticeship or vocational training prior to university studies.
• Experience supporting the ramp-up of a new production facility or manufacturing line.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), or Shopfloor Management.
• Experience in prefabrication, timber construction, or modular construction.

What we offer

• Anunlimitedcontractwith 30 vacation days
• Attractive perks and benefits: We offer a company pension scheme, language courses (English/German), and employee discounts with selected sustainable brands. Furthermore, our external partners in mental health support you in strengthening your mental health through anonymous private/group sessions.
• Virtual Shares Program: Participate in the success of GROPYUS through our Virtual Share Program
• Ownership: You can truly make your mark with your work and contributions - onall our organizational levels. Find your solutions, drive and test them
• The chance to be part of something big: Our mission is to rethink an entire industry. Join us in reinventing construction and fostering sustainable, affordable living
• A diverse and enriching work environment:Become a valued member of a wonderfully diverse team of individuals from over 50 countries. At GROPYUS we value inclusion above all, ensuring that everyone feels they belong - no matter their background. In this way, our differences become strengths that help us grow as a team

Join us on our mission to design buildings as continuously evolving products to create the most exciting and affordable experience for all. We build for people and conserve the resources of our planet.

We can't wait to get to know you.

For more information, visit our website.