Mechanical Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

CrossSafety

San Antonio (TX)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities
Supportive work environment
Exposure to Fortune 500 companies

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support automotive manufacturing projects. The role involves designing mechanical systems, coordinating equipment installation, and managing projects to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have over 3 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in AutoCAD and project management are essential. This position offers opportunities to work with major automotive clients and requires potential travel and overtime.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of mechanical or manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Experience with mechanical design, building systems, or equipment installation.
  • Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project demands.

Responsibilities

  • Develop process layouts and manage new model changes.
  • Oversee equipment testing, delivery, installation, and commissioning.
  • Analyze mechanical issues and recommend solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design
Equipment installation
Process development
Project management
Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Microsoft Excel
CATIA

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

Location: Multiple U.S. Automotive Manufacturing Facilities

Compensation: Competitive hourly rate

Schedule: Overtime may be required based on project demand

Travel: 10–25% domestic & international depending on project

About CrossSafety

CrossSafety provides engineering and technical professionals to support large-scale automotive manufacturing, battery production, and new model launch programs across North America. We partner with industry‑leading OEMs to deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality project execution.

Our clients seeking support are often looking to fill positions quickly and in multiple locations across the United States. As such we intend on developing a pool of interested and eligible candidates who can be utilized when our clients make their requests.

We are seeking Manufacturing Project Engineers to support various production engineering teams, including battery manufacturing, process engineering, equipment installation, new model development, and paint/vehicle manufacturing systems.

About The Role

Mechanical Project Engineers support mechanical system design, equipment installation, new model introduction, and facility commissioning across automotive manufacturing environments.

Work may include developing process layouts, managing new model changes, facilitating mechanical system startups, coordinating with contractors, and supporting mechanical design reviews.

Engineers in this role work with cross‑functional teams including construction, facilities, production engineering, and equipment suppliers to ensure safety, quality, and production readiness.

Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Engineering & System Development
  • Plan mechanical system requirements for new model introduction
  • Develop safe, high‑quality, and cost‑efficient process layouts and equipment concepts
  • Update and confirm CAD layouts for process and mechanical changes
  • Support mechanical building system startups and commissioning activities
  • Review mechanical product submittals, shop drawings, layouts, and design specifications
Installation & Commissioning
  • Work with contractors and vendors to coordinate equipment testing, delivery, installation, and commissioning
  • Oversee mechanical contractors to ensure schedule alignment and process compliance
  • Participate in weekend and plant shutdown work as needed
  • Conduct inspections of mechanical building systems to confirm compliance with project specifications and applicable codes
Project Management & Coordination
  • Manage sourced equipment procurement and installation activities
  • Support construction administration tasks such as schedule coordination, weekly meetings, quality confirmations, and utility outage planning
  • Prepare engineering reports, track project milestones, and provide status updates to project managers
Technical Problem Solving
  • Analyze new model content versus current model requirements and develop mechanical process countermeasures
  • Investigate mechanical issues using structured methods and recommend solutions
  • Provide technical direction on mechanical design criteria, safety practices, and compliance standards
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of mechanical or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Experience with mechanical design, building systems, or equipment installation
  • Experience developing mechanical system design criteria
  • Automotive or OEM experience (engine, transmission, chassis, or vehicle assembly)
  • Strong organizational, communication, and schedule management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
  • Proficient with AutoCAD; experience with CATIA or 3D modeling tools preferred
  • Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project demands
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior Toyota experience, particularly in chassis or assembly engineering
  • Experience in mechanical design for industrial or automotive facilities (5+ years)
  • Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or other drafting tools
  • Strong hands‑on background in process and equipment concept development
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with a high focus on safety, quality, and cost
Why Join CrossSafety
  • Grow your technical and leadership skills alongside an established and expanding professional consulting firm
  • Join a team of over 150 supportive and safety-focused professionals including Industrial Hygienists, Ergonomists, Safety Engineers, Construction Safety Specialists, and industry‑leading engineering teams
  • Advance your career by working Fortune 500 companies and in dynamic environments where your leadership truly matters
  • Contribute to high‑impact industrial and construction projects across the United States
Equal Opportunity Employer

CrossSafety fosters an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodations are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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