Manufacturing Assembly Process Engineer III

dtna; United States; On-site; USD 104,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401k company match up to 6%

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ calendar holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Healthcare plans

Onsite fitness (at some locations)

Tuition assistance

Disability plans

Job summary

DTNA is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Assembly Process Engineer III to lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assembly processes across multiple plants. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with Design Engineering, Operations and Quality, and drive cross-functional project execution in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes safety, cost, quality and schedule, with hands-on shop-floor problem solving and strong leadership in Lean manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–7 years in manufacturing/assembly/industrial engineering.
• 2+ years leading multi-stakeholder projects and launches.
• Proficient with Excel (data analysis, dashboards) and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assembly manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Manufacturing Engineers across multiple locations.
• Support safety-critical manufacturing systems, tooling, assembly processes, and controls.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
• Ensure process designs meet safety, quality, productivity, and ergonomic requirements.
• Lead multiple projects from concept through implementation; manage schedules and budgets.
• Partner with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Plant teams.
• Identify risks early and develop mitigation plans to maintain timing and deliverables.
• Foster collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Lead by example in professionalism, communication, and accountability.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Inside the Role

Corporate Manufacturing Engineering is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Manufacturing Assembly Process Engineer III to serve as a technical leader and mentor within the Corporate Manufacturing Engineering organization. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment and enjoys balancing multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders simultaneously. The successful candidate will lead complex manufacturing initiatives, coach and develop engineers, drive project execution, and provide technical leadership across assembly operations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, energetic, adaptable, and self-directed. They can quickly transition between strategic planning and shop-floor problem solving while maintaining focus on safety, quality, cost, and schedule.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $104,000.00 - $133,000.00 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience

• annual bonus program
• 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
• starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
• 13+ calendar holidays
• 8 weeks paid parental leave
• employee assistance program
• comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
• onsite fitness (at some locations)
• tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability plans

What You Drive At DTNA

Technical Leadership

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assembly manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Manufacturing Engineers across multiple locations.
• Support safety-critical manufacturing systems, tooling, assembly processes, and controls.
• Drive root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
• Ensure process designs meet safety, quality, productivity, and ergonomic requirements.

Project Leadership

• Lead multiple projects simultaneously from concept through implementation.
• Manage schedules, risks, budgets, resource requirements, and stakeholder alignment.
• Partner with Design Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Plant teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify project risks early and develop mitigation plans to maintain timing and deliverables.
• Drive accountability and execution across cross-functional teams.

Team Leadership & Mentoring

• Serve as a coach and mentor to engineers by providing guidance on technical problem-solving, project execution, communication, and professional development.
• Help develop engineering talent and support career growth.
• Foster collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Lead by example in professionalism, communication, and accountability.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement Leadership

• Develop manufacturing strategies and roadmaps that support future business needs, operational efficiencies, and technology advancement.
• Identify long-term opportunities, risks, capacity constraints, and process improvements to support organizational objectives.
• Recommend long-term solutions rather than focusing solely on immediate corrective actions.
• Evaluate future manufacturing requirements and develop implementation strategies to support new products, changing regulations, and evolving production needs.
• Drive standardization, Lean Manufacturing principles, and best practices across plants while translating business goals into actionable engineering plans.

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field and 5-7 years of relevant experience required.
• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, assembly engineering, industrial engineering, or related disciplines.
• At least 2 years of experience leading projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting manufacturing launches, process improvements, or capital projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, formulas, pivot tables, and dashboard development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with the ability to create professional presentations, organize complex information, and deliver clear, effective messaging to leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%, including visits to manufacturing facilities, suppliers, and project locations as needed.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, assembly layouts, and manufac