Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Electronics in Holly, Michigan, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production with engineering tools for new products and process optimization. You will lead cell design, set resource and material flow, and apply DOE to improve throughput and reduce costs.

Ideal candidates have Lean Manufacturing knowledge and experience with process documentation, cross-functional teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Three (3) years’ experience in engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and related techniques.
• Knowledge of machine design/equipment engineering with controls.
• Knowledge of materials, machine dynamics.
• PFMEA, control plan, process flow experience preferred.
• Understanding of machine drawings/blueprints.
• Experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment with multitasking.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and office software skills (MS Office).

Responsibilities

• Supports manufacturing in resolving production issues and provides engineering tools for new products.
• Leads process design to optimize product flow in the manufacturing cell.
• Determines resource requirements and material flow using IE techniques and internal standards.
• Performs DOE analyses to optimize operating parameters for efficient cell performance.
• Monitors project objectives and timelines; collaborates to reduce costs and improve throughput.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

PFMEA

Control Plans

DOE Analysis

Machine Drawings

Cross-functional Teams

Communication Skills

MS Office

Problem Solving

Production Support

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Manufacturing EngineerThis site uses cookies from MAGNA and third parties for our own business purposes and to personalize your experience. By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies. For more information, visit MAGNA Cookies Policy### Manufacturing EngineerApply: Holly, Michigan, US: Full time: Posted Today: R00266778**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.**## **What we offer:**At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.## ## ## **Group Summary:**Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.**Job Responsibilities:****POSITION SUMMARY:**The manufacturing engineer supports manufacturing in the resolution of production issues and provides tools and engineering support to implement new products into production and in the resolution of issues. Leads process design functions to determine product flow through the manufacturing cell by use of current engineering and continuous improvement techniques. Establishes resource requirements and material flow using industrial engineering techniques and internal Company standards. Analyzes various product structures and processes in order to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs. Performs Design of Experiment (DOE) analysis to determine optimum operating parameters to achieve the most efficient cell. Monitors and controls objectives and costs of assigned project and establishes program time lines. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.**QUALIFICATIONS:*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.* Three (3) years’ experience in engineering or related field.* Demonstrated basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and other current techniques related to manufacturing engineering.* Knowledge of technically current in machine design and/or equipment engineering as it applies to job duties with strong understanding of controls (i.e. operating logic) and be able to integrate them into process equipment.* Knowledge of materials, machine dynamics, etc.* Preferred experience with PFMEA, control plan, process flow.* Understanding of machine drawings and blueprints.* Experience in a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.* Proven experience working with cross functional teams to complete daily tasks and projects.* Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, supervisors, and other employees.* Knowledge/experience of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)* Strong problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise.**ROLE EXPECTATIONS*** Provides manufacturing with tools and technical engineering support to implement new products and processes into production.* Selects, designs, installs, and modifies equipment and fixtures for new product launches and existing products.* Supports manufacturing in the resolution of issues by providing ongoing manufacturing engineering support.* Leads process design functions to determine product flow through the manufacturing cell by use of current engineering and continuous improvement techniques.* Establishes resource requirements and material flow using industrial engineering techniques and internal Company standards to establish optimum cell configuration (creation of most efficient manufacturing cell from material inflow, through production, to outflow).* Analyzes various product structures and processes to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce manufacturing costs.* Performs DOE analysis to determine optimum operating parameters by manipulating variables and analyzing how they interact to achieve the most efficient cell measured in terms of processing time, quality and cost.* Monitors and controls objectives and costs of assigned project and establishes program timelines.## **Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:**At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. ## **AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure**As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. ## **Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.**If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.**Worker Type:**Regular / Permanent**Group:**Magna Electronics