Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly & Automation 1

Nexteer Automotive; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexteer Automotive in Saginaw, MI is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – REPS Assembly to support and improve Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, and implement efficient, reliable processes.

The role focuses on troubleshooting equipment, supporting quality investigations, process improvements, PFMEA documentation, and collaboration with Engineering, Operations, and Quality to meet business and customer needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience or equivalent plant ME experience.
• Working knowledge of assembly processes (pressing, fastening, fixturing, vision systems, data collection, tooling design).
• Basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls, automation, and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Support Operations and Trades in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Support product quality investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities.
• Lead or support equipment development, specification, validation, installation, and retooling projects.
• Plan and execute projects including tooling budget management.
• Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are understood and followed.
• Communicate with Engineering, Operations, Trades, Quality, and other stakeholders to meet needs.
• Develop and maintain PFMEA documentation and support related process controls.
• Process plant change notices for assigned areas.
• Support quality and safety audits, including required documentation and follow-up actions.

Skills

Manufacturing tooling

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication

Documentation

AI data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vision systems

Robotics

Automation controls

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Data collection tools

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly & Automation 1

Location: Saginaw, MI, US

POSITION: Manufacturing Engineer – REPS Assembly

Position Overview:

The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, support quality and safety requirements, and implement efficient, reliable processes.

Job responsibilities:

• Support Operations and Trades in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Support product quality investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities.
• Lead or support equipment development, specification, validation, installation, and retooling projects.
• Plan and execute assigned projects, including tooling budget management as required.
• Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are understood, documented, and followed.
• Communicate with Engineering, Operations, Trades, Quality, and other stakeholders to meet business and customer needs.
• Develop and maintain PFMEA documentation and support related process controls.
• Process plant change notices for assigned areas.
• Support quality and safety audits, including required documentation and follow-up actions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.

• Minimum 2 years of experience with manufacturing engineering tools, equipment design/build, or equivalent plant ME experience.
• Working knowledge of assembly processes such as pressing, fastening, fixturing, vision systems, data collection, and tool design.
• Basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls, automation, and robotics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to manage technical documentation.
• Experience using AI tools to analyze data, identify trends, and support problem solving preferred.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods such as Fast-X, Shainin, or Six Sigma preferred.