Manufacturing Engineer

Pacer Group; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacer Group in Columbus, IN is seeking a manufacturing engineer to lead end-to-end process development for automotive projects on a 12-month contract onsite.

You will apply advanced manufacturing principles, optimize equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating cross-functional teams in a split shift schedule (days and nights) with extension potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance.
• Champion continuous improvement to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Establish standardized manufacturing methods and best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive alignment and project outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources to meet deliverables on time and scope.
• Serve as a technical leader, coaching others and sharing expertise.
• Build strong relationships to support collaboration and sustained improvements.

Skills

Collaboration & communication

Health & safety

Drawing interpretation

GD&T

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/ mechanical/ industrial engineering

Tools

Fanuc Handling Tool

Arc Tool

Job description

Duration: 12 Months Contract (Possible Extension)

Location: Columbus, IN 47201 (Onsite)

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Domain: Automotive

Pay Rate: $55–$60/hr W2

Application Deadline: Last date for receipt of applications September 10, 2026

Shift:

• First half is Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Second half is Monday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM. (Flexible on what this looks like)

Notes:

• This is a fully onsite role. The selected candidate will be asked if they were informed about the split shifts. Anyone not able to work the split shift will not be considered. Before your candidate is shortlisted this will need to be confirmed. Please make sure the candidate has all the necessary skills to fulfill this role.
• This assignment is expected to last for 1 year, with the potential for extension based on business needs. This piece is important to note before agreeing to the role. Schedule is split by half the year on days and the other half on nights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing process development for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives.
• Apply advanced manufacturing principles to optimize equipment performance and drive efficient, scalable production processes.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Client’s standards and tools to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Establish and standardize manufacturing methods and best practices to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Influence and collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders and external partners, to drive alignment and successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate cross-functional and external resources to execute project deliverables on time and within scope.
• Serve as a technical leader by sharing expertise, coaching stakeholders, and strengthening overall team capability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across the organization to support collaboration, knowledge sharing, and sustained process improvements.

Mandatory Skills:

• To be successful in this role you will need the following:
• Build strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively partner with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment of manufacturing goals and priorities.
• Champion health, safety, and ergonomic best practices while designing efficient workstations and processes that protect employees and improve productivity.
• Apply manufacturing knowledge, drawing interpretation, and analysis-led design to develop optimized processes, equipment selection, and tooling solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement through structured problem solving, standardized process documentation, and data-driven decision-making to enhance quality and reduce cost.
• Drawing Interpretation - Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to support the design and development of an optimal manufacturing process that meets product design specifications.
• VPI - Support Launch Activity
• Must have experience with Fanuc Handling Tool or Arc Tool
• Must have understanding of GD&T and be able to interpret engineering drawings
• Schedule will be 6 months on dayshift, M-F, then 6 months on nights, M-F

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field, with 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.