Manufacturing Engineer

Adient plc; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient plc in Detroit is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, implement and validate manufacturing processes, tooling, and controls for automotive seating components.

You will analyze labor, equipment, workflow, and layout to maximize efficiency, support prototype development, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring PFMEA, control plans and process documentation meet ISO/IATF 16949 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or related manufacturing role (automotive experience required).
• Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles.
• Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls.
• Practical knowledge of GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets.
• Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office; strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls.
• Analyze and plan labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, manufacturing space, and layout.
• Support prototype development, builds, and production launches.
• Apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement.
• Collaborate on product design reviews to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Control Plans

Process Flows

Operator Instruction Sheets

GD&T

Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000/ControlLogix

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls to support the production of products and components.


• Analyze and plan labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, manufacturing space, and layout to maximize efficiency and productivity.


• Support all phases of prototype development, builds, and production launches.


• Actively apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities that contribute to plant objectives, cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.


• Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability, optimal productivity, and cost effectiveness; recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed.


• Prepare and evaluate manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, feasibility, and process capability for new and existing products.


• Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, layouts, and ancillary systems.


• Select, approve, and develop tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements and product design intent.


• Coordinate implementation of new processes and provide training to ensure readiness and timing objectives are met.


• Establish and verify poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems.


• Serve as a technical resource for process changes, problem-solving teams, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring product design intent is maintained.


• Actively pursue quality improvements across manufacturing processes.


• Support new program launches as part of the SDT or Pre-Launch Team, as assigned.


• Research and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner.


• Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are met and lines are properly balanced.


• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and provide periodic status updates.


• Act as a customer liaison for product design and engineering-related matters.


• Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers.


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Quality, Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards.


• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Operator Instruction Sheets.


• Collaborate closely with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe and efficient workstation and line design.


• Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards.


• Report occupational injuries, illnesses, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.


• Support continuous improvement in safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.


• 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience and background required).


• Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles.


• Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls.


• Practical knowledge of GD&T, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets.


• Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics.


• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an ISO/IATF 16949-certified environment.


• Experience troubleshooting using Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000 / ControlLogix software.


• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.

PRIMARY LOCATION Bridgewater Interiors II Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, please visit www.adient.com.