Lead Layout Engineer

SEGULA Technologies; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies seeks an experienced Manufacturing / Workstation Layout Lead Engineer to guide an engineering team in designing, validating, and implementing optimized 2D/3D workstation layouts. You will lead launch readiness efforts, ensure tooling integration aligns with lean principles, oversee contractor installations, and drive continuous improvement across assembly operations.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on CAD skills, and the ability to balance line workloads while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive, heavy equipment, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience supporting vehicle assembly line design or new model product launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor a team to develop 2D and 3D workstation layouts using AutoCAD, aligning with production flow and plant constraints.
• Coordinate data for ergonomic assessments and reach studies to verify operator comfort and safety.
• Validate station documentation, drawing revisions, and design change logs.
• Drive launch deliverables and overall station readiness.
• Balance line workloads with Launch Industrial Engineers and meet takt targets.
• Participate in pilot builds and process validation to verify layouts and resolve issues.
• Support updates to PFMEA, work instructions, and tooling layouts as design changes are implemented.

Skills

Ergonomics

Station design

Lean manufacturing

Standardized work

Tooling integration

PFMEA

DFMEA

GD&T

Automation

Robotics

Material handling

Collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling

ErgoMan

Process Simulate

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing / Workstation Layout Lead Engineer to guide and mentor our engineering team in designing, validating, and implementing optimized 2D/3D workstation layouts. In this role, you will lead launch readiness efforts, ensure tooling and equipment integration align with lean manufacturing principles, oversee contractor installations, and drive continuous improvement across assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Workstation Layout:
  • Lead, train, and mentor a team to develop and maintain 2D and 3D workstation layouts using AutoCAD, aligning with overall production flow and plant constraints.
  • Ensure the team coordinates data for ergonomic assessments and reach studies (using tools like ErgoMan or Process Simulate Human) to verify operator comfort and safety.
  • Validate that the team maintains accurate station documentation, drawing revisions, and design change logs.
• Launch Readiness & Process Integration:
  • Drive the team to meet launch deliverables and achieve overall station readiness.
  • Collaborate with Launch Industrial Engineers to balance line workloads and confirm station cycle times meet takt targets.
  • Participate in pilot builds and process validation to verify layout accuracy and resolve design-related issues.
  • Support updates to PFMEA documentation, work instructions, and tooling layouts as design changes are implemented.
• Tooling, Equipment & Installation:
  • Develop standards for tooling and assembly aids that support quality, ergonomics, and manufacturability.
  • Ensure tooling and equipment integration within each station aligns with the line layout and material flow strategy.
  • Follow up on equipment builds, resolve build issues, and coordinate equipment installation by managing contractors and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing:
  • Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and optimize process efficiency.
  • Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on ergonomics, productivity, and space utilization.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive, heavy equipment, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience supporting vehicle assembly line design or new model product launches.

Technical Skills & Expertise

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (2D and 3D).
• Strong working knowledge of ergonomics, station design, lean manufacturing, standardized work, and tooling integration.
• Experience with PFMEA, DFMEA, and GD&T.
• Solid understanding of automation, robotics, or material handling systems used in modern assembly operations.

Soft Skills & Project Management

• Strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively interface with cross-functional engineering teams and contractors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously in a fast-paced launch environment.

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.