Production Engineer

Pacer Group; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Pacer Group in Indiana seeks a Production Engineer to support project planning for new model launches, capital projects, and shop improvements. You will develop manufacturing processes, optimize layouts, and improve equipment performance to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.

The role covers material handling systems, conveyors, and quality verification systems. Strong analytical, technical, and project management skills are essential to drive projects from concept through

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with new model development and capital equipment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools (Inventor/CATIA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support early project planning and feasibility studies for new model development.
• Evaluate plant layouts to optimize part placement and process counts.
• Assess model change impacts on logistics, equipment, and conveyors.
• Develop equipment and process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Lead equipment projects from concept to launch and manage schedules and budgets.
• Conduct ROI analyses to support project decisions.
• Implement quality confirmation systems and vehicle inspections.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

CATIA

Job description

Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday–Friday

Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m

Pay Rate: $30-$40/ hr

Domain: Automotive

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026

Summary

We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated Production Engineer to support project planning and implementation for new model launches, capital projects, and assembly shop improvements. The successful candidate will contribute to developing and implementing manufacturing processes, optimizing plant layouts, and improving equipment performance to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.

The Production Engineer will support projects involving material handling systems, process equipment, conveyors, and vehicle quality confirmation systems. This role requires strong analytical, technical, and project management skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects from concept through implementation and launch.

Responsibilities

• Support early project planning, feasibility studies, and impact assessments for new model development and capital improvement projects.
• Conduct plant layout analysis to evaluate new model impacts, optimize part placement and process counts, and improve manufacturing flexibility and efficiency.
• Assess the impact of model changes on logistics areas, process equipment, conveyor systems, and other production-related equipment.
• Develop and implement equipment and process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Lead equipment projects from concept through design, specification, procurement, installation, testing, and launch.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and quality confirmation plans.
• Conduct technology feasibility studies and return-on-investment (ROI) analyses to support project decisions.
• Implement quality confirmation systems, including vision systems for vehicle quality inspections.
• Perform equipment impact studies, safety risk assessments, part quality investigations, and process trials.
• Take ownership of assigned project deliverables and produced-part quality while managing priorities, resources, and changing project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, manufacturing facilities, pilot teams, logistics, maintenance, and external suppliers.
• Support new model launch preparations, tooling modifications, equipment installations, and plant competitiveness initiatives.
• Travel as required to support project implementation, equipment evaluations, and manufacturing facility needs.
• Work occasional weekends, holidays, and plant shutdown periods to support project activities and installations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline; alternatively, an associate degree in Engineering Technology with at least two years of relevant experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with project activities related to new model development and capital equipment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, CATIA, or another 3D modeling program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, task-focused, and capable of meeting project milestones and performance targets.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project requirements, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally as needed.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and plant shutdown periods when required.
• Ability to comply with site safety requirements, including wearing steel-toed shoes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous Production Engineering experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting new model launch preparations.
• Experience in construction management.
• Project management experience, including schedule, budget, and resource management.
• Experience with manufacturing process optimization, equipment installation, and plant layout planning.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate business needs, proactively resolve issues, and deliver results that meet quality and performance expectations.

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Disclaimer:

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.