Manufacturing Engineer

Volvo Group; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental and vision

Generous paid time off

Competitive matching retirement plans

Volvo Group University

Work-life programs

Job summary

Volvo Group in North Carolina is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support BIW processes on the shop floor, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safe, high-quality production.

You will lead improvement activities, collaborate with operators and cross-functional teams, apply new technologies, and develop cost‑effective solutions that adapt to changing volumes while upholding built‑in quality and lean principles.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar field (automotive or BIW experience is a plus, but not required).
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including risk identification and mitigation, both individually and in teams.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support and improve BIW manufacturing processes, techniques, equipment, gauging, IT systems, and tooling to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Spend time on the shop floor to confirm tooling and fixtures perform to quality and safety standards; follow up on issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies and systems to improve assembly line performance.
• Develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions that can adapt to product and volume changes.
• Participate in and support project planning, including pre-studies and feasibility checks, volume/capacity assessments, and follow-up with stakeholders.
• Use benchmarking and best practices from inside and outside the organization to improve processes.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What You Will Do

We are looking for a hands‑on, self‑driven Manufacturing Engineer with a strong sense of urgency to support and improve our body‑in‑white (BIW) manufacturing processes.

In this role, you will work on the shop floor, lead improvement activities, and collaborate closely with operators, technicians, and cross‑functional teams. Your focus is to help us build safe, high‑quality products in a cost‑effective way while driving a culture of continuous improvement and built‑in quality. We will teach you the technical details and systems you need; what we need from you is ownership, energy, and a willingness to learn.

Core Responsibilities

• Support and improve BIW manufacturing processes, techniques, equipment, gauging, IT systems, and tooling to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Spend time on the shop floor to confirm that tooling and fixtures perform to expected quality and safety standards; follow up quickly on any issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies and systems to improve our assembly line performance.
• Develop practical, cost‑effective engineering solutions that can adapt to product and volume changes.
• Participate in and support project planning, including:
• Pre‑studies and feasibility checks.
• Volume and capacity assessments.
• Follow‑up on actions, timing, and results with stakeholders.
• Use benchmarking and best practices from inside and outside the organization to improve our processes.
• Listen to and understand the needs of internal and external customers, especially production and quality.
• Clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions in both written and verbal form.
• Work collaboratively to solve problems, support root cause analysis, and help prevent and de‑escalate conflicts.
• Take initiative to identify risks and potential issues early, and act quickly to minimize their impact.
• Contribute actively to our continuous improvement culture, with a focus on:
• Waste elimination.
• Built‑in quality and error‑proofing.
• A safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Who are you?

• You are hands‑on and enjoy being on the shop floor, close to the product and the people building it.
• You are self‑driven, take ownership of your tasks, and follow through without needing constant direction.
• You have a strong sense of urgency and respond quickly when problems arise.
• You are a team player who builds collaborative relationships with colleagues across functions and levels.
• You can make decisions with limited information, influence others when changes are needed, and stay calm under pressure.
• You communicate clearly and respectfully, making it easy for others to work with you and trust you.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar field (automotive or BIW experience is a plus, but not required).
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, including risk identification and mitigation, both individually and in teams.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What’s in it for you?

We Offer a Solid Package Of Compensation And Benefits.

For this position, the base pay is set at $85,000 - $100,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work‑related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

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