Launch Engineer - Site Readiness & Ramp-Up

OPmobility; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OPmobility (Plastic Omnium) is seeking a Site Launch Engineer to drive the industrialization and successful launch of new programs at the plant. You will serve as the interface between program management, engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to assure timely, cost-effective and quality-compliant launches.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing or program launch, with strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA and control plans, plus experience coordinating cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
• 4–6 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or program launch; automotive or Tier-1 supplier preferred.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and control plans; understands manufacturing processes and project validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-level program launches from SOP readiness through ramp-up with cross-functional teams.
• Industrialization and process readiness: validate production processes, cycle times, line layouts.
• Coordinate central program teams with plant operations; track deliverables and risks; run readiness reviews.
• Ensure quality and compliance: PPAP/APQP, control plans, PFMEA; support trials and validation.
• Monitor ramp-up against targets; drive continuous improvement; maintain SQCD objectives.
• Identify launch risks and manage escalations with timely resolutions.

Skills

APQP & PPAP

PFMEA & Control Plans

Manufacturing processes

Industrial project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

OPmobility (Plastic Omnium) is seeking a Site Launch Engineer to drive the industrialization and successful launch of new programs at the plant. You will serve as the interface between program management, engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to assure timely, cost-effective and quality-compliant launches.

The role requires 4–6 years in manufacturing or program launch, with strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA and control plans, plus experience coordinating cross-functional teams