Manufacturing Engineer

M-Works Search; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in the Dayton, OH area. This full-time role focuses on new model equipment planning for the automotive industry. The position offers a competitive salary between $75,000 and $85,000, along with a bonus structure and relocation assistance. Candidates should have a mechanical aptitude and project management experience. Email your resume or interest to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.
• Prior experience with a Japanese automotive supplier preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement equipment for new model programs.
• Lead installation and troubleshooting of production machinery.
• Support process layout and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and manage capital project budgets.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and design teams.
• Participate in root cause analysis and resolution.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical aptitude

Project management

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer / Project Engineer
Dayton, OH Area | Full-Time | On-Site

My client, a leading Tier-1 supplier to the automotive industry, is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support their New Program Launch Engineering Group. This critical role will focus on new model equipment planning, installation, and new product launch preparation.

Based in the Dayton, OH area, you’ll contribute directly to the successful execution of new automotive programs from concept through mass production.

If you enjoy hands-on engineering, thrive on driving equipment improvements, and want to help bring complex products to life, this is a great opportunity to step up.

Why You Should Apply

• Base salary: $75,000–$85,000 + 5%–10% target bonus
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Support new product launches in a Tier-1 automotive environment
• Work with cross-functional teams on capital project planning and equipment execution
• Relocation assistance available

What You’ll Be Doing

• Plan and implement equipment for new model programs and engineering changes
• Lead installation, trial runs, and troubleshooting of production machinery
• Support process layout, time studies, and efficiency improvements
• Develop and manage capital project budgets and timelines
• Coordinate with production, quality, and design teams during launch phases
• Maintain documentation and participate in root cause analysis and resolution

About You

• Be able to do the job as described
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred
• Strong hands‑on mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to manage projects, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and meet deadlines
• Prior experience working for a Japanese automotive supplier strongly preferred

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [e-mail] and tell me why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a resume ready, apply here.