Machining / Assembly Engineering Manager

Socket.dev; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc. in Clinton, TN, seeks an Engineering Manager to lead Machining/Assembly initiatives in a diecasting environment. You will plan, design, and optimize processes, mentor engineering staff, and collaborate with global teams and suppliers.

The role requires travel internationally for 1-2 weeks and a strong background in Japanese automotive standards, with accountability for budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and data.
• Strong knowledge of machining, assembly, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and development of Machining and Assembly projects.
• Develop annual and semi-annual action plans aligned with company initiatives.
• Lead process improvement projects to increase efficiency and reduce defects and carbon footprint.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry, company standards, and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Process optimization

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc.

Department: Machining/Assembly

Location: Clinton, TN

Position Summary

The Machining Engineering Manager leads engineering initiatives within a diecasting manufacturing environment, ensuring efficiency, quality, and innovation.This role requires expertise in project planning, process design, and processcontrol, with a strong background in Japanese automotive manufacturingstandards. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel internationally for 1-2weeks as needed to collaborate with global teams and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and development of Machining and Assembly projects.
• Ability to develop annual and semi-annual action plans that correspond withthe company initiatives.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce defects andreduce carbon footprints.
• Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturingissues.
• Ensure compliance with industry, company standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage engineering projects, budgets, and timelines.
• Train and mentor engineering staff on best practices in machining/assembly.
• Work with suppliers and vendors to source materials and equipment.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Submits proposals to management for consideration and allocation of funds fromthe department budget.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises members in the Production Engineering Department. Carries outsupervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies andapplicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and trainingmembers; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance;rewarding and disciplining members; addressing complaints and resolvingproblems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university, or seven (7)to ten (10) years related experience and high school diploma or G.E.D., orequivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technicaljournals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to commoninquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of thebusiness community. Ability to effectively present information to topmanagement, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Strong knowledge of machining, assembly, and process optimization.
• Leadership experience in managing engineering teams.
• Proficiency in GD&T, CAD software and simulation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Familiarity with IATF and ISO Standards

Travel Requirements

• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with suchfrequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.
• 1-2 weeks internationally

Work Environment Requirements

• With reasonable accommodation:
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone, and other officeequipment.
• Must perform job duties onsite, when necessary, except those duties that arecustomarily or by their nature performed offsite (for example, offsite customervisits).
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignmentswithin deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member.
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able tocomply with all safety laws and all company safety policies.

Attendance/Work Hour Requirements

• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be willing and available to work weekends and holidays as necessary anddesirable to meet business needs.