Process Engineer / Assembly / Leak Test

Aerostar Mfg; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerostar Manufacturing is seeking an Assembly / Leak Test / Process Engineer to develop, validate, and improve manufacturing assembly processes and pressure decay leak testing systems. This role supports new product launches, process optimization, automation, quality improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives within automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing.

Responsibilities include developing and optimizing assembly and leak test processes, supporting APQP/PPAP/PFMEA, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering.
• Experience with automated assembly, pressure decay leak testing, and process validation.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize assembly and leak test processes.
• Support new product launches, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and process validation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality, and leak testing issues.
• Improve productivity, OEE, cycle time, and product quality.
• Develop work instructions, process documentation, and standard work.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and customers.
• Support equipment installation, validation, and production readiness.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

Vision Systems

Automation

Job description

Home » Process Engineer / Assembly / Leak Test

Process Engineer / Assembly / Leak Test

• Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Aerostar Manufacturing is seeking an Assembly / Leak Test / Process Engineer to develop, validate, and improve manufacturing assembly processes and pressure decay leak testing systems. This role supports new product launches, process optimization, automation, quality improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives within automotive, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize assembly and leak test processes.
• Support new product launches, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and process validation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality, and leak testing issues.
• Improve productivity, OEE, cycle time, and product quality.
• Develop work instructions, process documentation, and standard work.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and customers.
• Support equipment installation, validation, and production readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing or Process Engineering.
• Experience with automated assembly, pressure decay leak testing, and process validation.
• Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred

• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or high-volume manufacturing.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, AS9100, and ISO 9001.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and automation.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent.