Manufacturing Engineer

American Rheinmetall Vehicles; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall Vehicles seeks a Manufacturing Engineer in Plymouth, MI to develop and optimize production methods, document processes, and define tooling requirements for complex assemblies. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams to implement efficient manufacturing strategies.

The role emphasizes developing MBOMs, work instructions, and maintaining robust process documentation, while collaborating on major projects and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Teamcenter and MRP planning is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Define and control production processes, including sequence of operations and workflow for complex assemblies.
• Develop detailed work instructions and procedures for existing manufacturing processes.
• Provide recommendations for tooling and equipment required to manufacture products.
• Develop MBOMs and MBOM-based work instructions; understand MRP structure.
• Analyze design specs, drawings, and models for manufacturing applicability.
• Understand design release activities and engineering changes and their MBOM impact.
• Serve as liaison between engineering and manufacturing facilities.
• Document procedures and process qualifications; maintain records.
• Collaborate across org units on major projects with production and quality.

Skills

Teamcenter

MRP planning

Problem solving

Communication skills

CAD review

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Defense contracts

Self-motivation

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will have strong communication with internal and external teams to provide manufacturing expertise, develop process documentation, and determine recommendations for required tooling. This individual will develop, implement and maintain manufacturing methods, operation sequence and processes required for production.

Located in Plymouth, MI.

Essential Functions

• Define and control production processes; including sequence of operations, workflow and detailed methodology of complex assemblies and installations.
• Development of detailed work instructions and procedures for existing manufacturing processes.
• Provided recommendations for tooling and equipment required to manufacture products.
• Development of MBOMs and detailed work instructions General understanding of MRP planning as related to MBOM structure and development.
• Analyzes and interprets design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and/or test results as they apply to manufacturing.
• Understanding of design release activities and engineering changes and their effect on the MBOM.
• Liaison between engineering and manufacturing facility
• Documents procedures, process qualifications, etc.
• Collaborates across the organization and with production, quality, senior leaders on major projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Qualifications

• General understanding of Teamcenter and MRP planning
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information and maintain confidentiality.
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work as a contributing member of multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with defense contracts and DCMA audits preferred
• Solid knowledge with technical standards, manufacturing engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently in a self-motivated environment
• Ability to review designs in a CAD system, including interrogating models and drawings
• Computer skills with Window-based PC systems & applicable software (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.)

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree required in an engineering field or equivalent experience

Background Prerequisites

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain suitability requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with US Defense contracts and requirements preferred
• Considerable knowledge of manufacturing capabilities is required, and previous plant experience is preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Ability to stand for long periods

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.