Manufacturing Engineer

Aegis Worldwide; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide in Indiana is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, improving safety, quality, and productivity.

You will collaborate with product and design engineers to ensure manufacturability, design tooling and automation, apply Lean/Six Sigma, support launches, and train staff to sustain improvements across powertrain components.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 2+ years in manufacturing or test engineering (automotive preferred).
• Proficient in data analysis, root cause investigation, and troubleshooting.
• Familiar with quality tools (PFMEA, PPAP, SPC).

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes
• Ensure components meet tolerances per print requirements
• Collaborate with product and design engineers to ensure manufacturability
• Design and procure tooling, fixtures, gauges, and automation systems
• Provide day‑to‑day support for production lines; troubleshoot and reduce downtime
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement tools
• Work with Quality Engineering to meet ISO/IATF 16949 and customer requirements
• Analyze process data; perform root cause analysis; implement corrective actions
• Support new product launches, process validation, and PPAP submissions
• Create and maintain standard work, process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans
• Lead cost‑saving initiatives related to labor and materials
• Train production personnel on processes and best practices

Skills

GD&T

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Data Analysis

Process Improvement

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

PLC Programming

Robotic Automation

Vision Systems

3D CAD

Job description

The ideal candidate for the Manufacturing Engineer Role possesses both a high level of technical expertise and an innate passion to build. You will play a critical role in creating and refining processes in order to improve manufacturing safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes
• Ensure all manufactured and assembled components meet critical tolerances per print requirements
• Collaborate with product and design engineers to ensure components are manufacturable and meet performance requirements
• Design and procure tooling, fixtures, gauges, and automation systems required for efficient and repeatable production
• Provide day‑to‑day support for production lines, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and defects
• Apply Lean principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other continuous improvement tools to optimize production flow and reduce waste
• Work closely with Quality Engineering to ensure processes meet all ISO/IATF 16949 and customer‑specific requirements
• Analyze process data, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement
• Support new product launches, process validation, and PPAP submissions
• Create and maintain standard work instructions, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans
• Lead cost‑saving initiatives related to labor, materials, equipment utilization, and process improvements
• Train production personnel on processes and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering field
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or test engineering environment (automotive preferred)
• Competent in understanding of machining processes (turning, milling, hobbing, shaping, etc.) and geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
• Familiarity with robotic automation, PLC programming, or vision systems
• Ability to read technical drawings and interpret 3D CAD models
• Proficient in data analysis, root cause investigation, and process troubleshooting
• Knowledge of quality systems and tools (e.g., SPC, PFMEA, APQP, PPAP)Strong problem-solving and project management skills
• Focus on supporting the manufacturing of powertrain components and assemblies. This role will be critical in developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes that ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.