Production Engineer (Automotive/Manufacturing)

Kaygen, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Indiana seeks a Production Engineer to support tooling modification and installation for automotive manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of hands-on engineering experience in automotive settings, project management, and strong skills in tooling design. Responsibilities include machine specification, procurement, and quality improvement. Competitive benefits include medical and vision insurance plus a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of hands-on engineering experience in Automotive/Manufacturing.
• 1-2 years of project management experience, including schedule and budget control.
• Experience in tooling design, procurement, and automotive or body welding.

Responsibilities

• Plan processes and specify machines for procurement.
• Manage installation and trial phases, ensuring quality analysis.
• Control schedules, budgets, and provide manufacturing support.

Skills

Automotive/Manufacturing Hands-On Engineering Experience

Project Management Experience

Tooling Design

Automotive or Body Welding Experience

Robotic Experience

AGV Auto Guided Vehicle Experience

Catia / Carrot 3 modeling Experience

Job description

Production Engineer (Automotive/Manufacturing)

Qualifications:

• 1-2 yrs Automotive/Manufacturing Hands-On Engineering Experience.
• 1-2 yrs Project Management Experience.
• 1-2 yrs Tooling Design, tooling procurement / jigs and weld tool experience.
• 1-2 yrs Automotive or Body Welding Experience, new equipment procurement, new product launch.
• 1-2 yrs Robotic Experience.
• 1-2 yrs AGV Auto Guided Vehicle Experience.
• Ability to work weekends, holiday periods, and shutdown periods to support tooling modification and installation projects.
• Ability to travel to support work manufacturing locations.
• Strong computer (Catia / Carrot 3) modeling Experience

Responsibilities:

• Process Planning; Machine Specification Creation; Machine/Equipment Procurement; Installation/Trial Management; Quality Analysis, Adjustment and Improvement.
• Project Management; Schedule Control; Budget Control/Cost Reduction; Manufacturing Support/Process Tracking.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Manufacturing

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)