R&D Apprentice

Faurecia; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia SE invites applications for an R&D Apprentice at the Auburn Hills HQ (US-MI). The role targets a Mechanical Engineering student eager to explore Lean manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and digital transformation in an automotive supplier environment.

You will support the Digital Transformation & Industrial teams with tasks ranging from project timelines to DoE analyses and automated systems design, gaining hands-on experience in a global mobility leader.

Qualifications

• College student pursuing Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Basic knowledge of MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, CAD, Outlook, Teams.
• Interest in manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Digital Transformation & Industrial team with tasks/projects including industrial timeline creation/updating and PowerPoint updates.
• Understand theory of design, analyze gaps to automate production sites towards Industry 4.0.
• Help designing and launching automated systems in FIS NAO plants by writing specs and standards of production means.
• Interface with the Automation team in FIS BG, sharing best practices and aligning deployments.
• Autonomously follow up on technical files, design studies, startup testing, and maintenance readiness of automated functions.
• Propose continuous improvement ideas to enhance business efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Microsoft project

Excel

PowerPoint

CAD

Outlook

Teams

Manufacturing

Education

College student pursuing Mechanical Engineering Degree

Job description

# R&D ApprenticeAUBURN HILLS HQ R&D, US-MI, United StatesID: 67833---## Job Description## **Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader**We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.## **Your mission, roles and responsibilities****Position Summary:** The Engineering Intern for FIS Digital Transformation team will be involved in a variety of interior products processes and industrial topics. The internship will cover many topics Industrial topics out of which the formalization our Lean manufacturing concepts, technologies involved in our business, our knowledge, and best practices.At completion of this Internship, the Intern will have gained experience in many tools and concepts needed for a tier 1 supplier to perform at the right level and successfully compete.**Responsibilities**:* Assist the Digital Transformation & Industrial team with various tasks/ projects such as the following but not limited to: + Industrial timeline creation/updating + power point creation/updating + follow up on open PDCA items + DoE analysis* Understand theory of design and its process, analyze the gaps and opportunities to automate further our production sites towards Industry 4.0* Help designing, launch automated systems in FIS NAO plants. Incudes writing specifications, standards of the production means* Interface with the Automation team in FIS BG, sharing best practices, aligning deployments of new systems* Autonomously carry out the follow up of the technical files, design studies, startup testing, and maintenance readiness of the automatic functions integrated by the suppliers in the production equipment* Propose continuous improvement ideas in business efficiency and cost reduction* Capitalizes on knowledge and shares best practices / lessons learned across organization and within the site* Commitment to the highest ethical standards and adherence to: + Faurecia Group Code of Conduct + Faurecia Group Code of Management + Faurecia Group 10 Green Fundamentals + Faurecia 7 Mandatory Safety Rules + Faurecia Group Quality Policy + NAO FIS integrated HSE policy + For ISO 14001 and iso 45001 HSE management system please consult the responsibilities and authorities in the NAO library document: NAO-C-LSE-5802 Authority & Responsibility Matrix HSE Management System* All other duties as assigned by the company## **Your profile and competencies to succeed****Education / Experience:*** College student pursuing Mechanical Engineering Degree**Knowledge / Skills:*** Basic understanding of: + Microsoft project + Excel + Power point + CAD + Outlook + Teams + ManufacturingAnticipated start date: 12/01/2026## **What we can do for you*** At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.* We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.* We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.* We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)* We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.* Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.## **Why join us**FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com