Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Stellantis; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to join our North America powertrain team, focusing on developing and launching processes that meet safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives across NM, NNM and adaptations.

Based in Kokomo, IN, you will collaborate with manufacturing, engineering and supplier teams to implement robust processes, install equipment, and drive standardization across plants while tracking scope, timing and cost.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 3 years of engineering experience.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to translate technical data into executive summaries.
• Experience with cross-functional teams in powertrain manufacturing.
• Experience with cost studies and strategic planning.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess process changes and investment requirements for cost studies.
• Define RFQs, sourcing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration.
• Support NM/NNM powertrain programs ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Assist NM facilities including site prep and machine installation.
• Track and manage scope, timing, and cost across programs.
• Support SPW deployment and root-cause problem solving across plants.
• Develop and improve process and equipment standards for facilities.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive presentation

Problem solving

Data analysis

Cost studies

Strategic planning

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's in Engineering or related

Master's in Engineering

Job description

Overview

The primary role of the Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer is to participate within an Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet all objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost for both new model (NM), non-new model (NNM), and adaptation programs. This position supports all Manufacturing Engineering functions for North America powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, components, engine, and transmission programs.

Main responsibilities

• Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies
• Understand engineering scope definition, Requests for Quotes (RFQ's), sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration
• Support and prioritize the Non-New Model (NNM) powertrain programs requests and ensure that approved programs are completed on time and within budget
• Support all New Model (NM) program's facilities aspects including site preparation and machine installation
• Support flow activities on programs ensuring successful implementation and tracking of the Iron Triangle (Scope, Timing, and Cost)
• Participate in the implementation of Stellantis Production Way (SPW) methodology, supporting all activities including deployment of advanced SPW tools and guide systematic root cause problem solving methods to attack risks
• Development/improvement of process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure.
• Manufacturing plants located in Dundee, Michigan (MI), Trenton, Michigan (MI), Kokomo, Indiana (IN) and Saltillo, Mexico (MX); Transmission Plants in Kokomo and Tipton, Indiana (IN); Casting Plants in Kokomo, Indiana (IN) and Etobicoke, Ontario (ON), Toledo, Ohio (OH), while maintaining a relationship with the Global CoC initiatives.
• Drive standardization across plants in all regions

Basic Qualifications

• High school degree or GED and 3 years of experience in engineering or a related technical field
• Ability to work and interact with all levels of the organization
• Strong oral, written, presentation and organizational skills
• Ability to translate technical data and analysis into an executive summary format for presentation in easily understandable formats
• Ability to embrace cross-functional teams responsible for developing, specifying, building, and launching powertrain manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of advanced problem-solving skills and ability to manage data analysis to identify root causes and attack them to closure
• Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning
• Microsoft Office intermediate or advance knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or technical equivalent
• Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Preferred 5 or more years manufacturing experience, Powertrain Manufacturing experience a plus
• Preferred 5 or more years' experience in program management or multi-tasking environment

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.