Lead Process Engineer, Automotive General Assembly

Slate Auto; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to build and refine world-class production systems in automotive manufacturing. You will design, validate, and optimize processes, lead workstation layouts, and drive ergonomic improvements for safety and quality.

In this role, you will support New Product Introduction, analyze production data, and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams to improve throughput and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong background in automotive manufacturing and process improvement.
• Experience implementing PFMEA, control plans, and process capability.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and troubleshoot issues.
• Proficiency with CAD/layout tools and data-driven problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize production processes within the Slate Production System.
• Lead process development for new and existing products, including workstation design and tooling integration.
• Support New Product Introduction with process maps, PFMEAs, and launch readiness docs.
• Analyze production data to reduce bottlenecks and improve cycle time.
• Drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions for process issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain to align with build plans.
• Assist layout development, equipment selection, and material flow improvements.
• Lead or support continuous improvement focused on safety, uptime, and cost reduction.
• Develop process documentation and training materials; monitor KPIs and drive improvements.
• Mentor technicians, operators, and engineers on process standards.

Skills

Process Engineering

Automotive Manufacturing

PFMEA

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional Collaboration

Data Analysis

Ergonomics

Leadership

Communication

Safety Improvement

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CATIA

SolidWorks

Layout Tools

Job description

Slate is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to build and refine world-class production systems in automotive manufacturing. You will design, validate, and optimize processes, lead workstation layouts, and drive ergonomic improvements for safety and quality.

In this role, you will support New Product Introduction, analyze production data, and implement corrective actions with cross-functional teams to improve throughput and reduce costs.