Senior Assembly Equipment Engineer

Ingenics Corporation USA; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingenics Corporation USA is seeking an Equipment Engineer to lead assembly equipment projects from concept to commission. You will partner with Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and external suppliers to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across Trim, Final Assembly, and End-of-Line areas.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, proactive risk management, and hands-on implementation to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field (ME/IE/Manufacturing).
• Experience managing equipment projects in a manufacturing setting (auto industry preferred).
• Strong knowledge of mechanical/automated assembly equipment and production processes.
• Experience managing full project lifecycles from concept through handoff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute equipment projects in assembly areas (Trim, Final Assembly, EOL).
• Manage the complete equipment lifecycle from concept to production handoff.
• Collaborate with suppliers to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Track milestones, schedules, and mitigate risks.
• Lead equipment readiness activities and final acceptance.
• Resolve technical issues with cross-functional teams to improve performance.
• Coordinate contractor work during installation with safety and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and budgets.

Skills

PM proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Equipment lifecycle management

Supplier management

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Manufacturing operations knowledge

Education

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

Job description

As an Equipment Engineer, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing assembly equipment projects that support our manufacturing operations. From initial concept through commissioning and final handoff, you will ensure equipment is delivered safely, on time, and meets quality, productivity, and plant performance expectations.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and external suppliers, to deliver equipment projects that support production goals, enable successful product launches, and drive continuous improvements in equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

What You Will Do

• Plan, coordinate, and execute equipment projects within assigned assembly areas, including Trim, Final Assembly, End-of-Line (EOL), and other production areas.
• Manage the complete equipment lifecycle, including concept development, design reviews, procurement coordination, supplier management, installation, commissioning, and final production handoff.
• Partner with equipment suppliers to ensure designs meet safety, quality, ergonomic, and production requirements.
• Coordinate project milestones, monitor schedules, and proactively identify and mitigate technical or timing risks.
• Lead equipment readiness activities, including design approvals, construction reviews, "OK to Ship" evaluations, installation, power-on, commissioning, buyoff, and final acceptance.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues and optimize equipment performance.
• Coordinate contractor activities during installation while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintainability, efficiency, and overall manufacturing performance.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, technical specifications, budgets, and project status updates throughout the equipment implementation process.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing technical equipment projects in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and automated assembly equipment, manufacturing processes, and industrial automation.
• Experience managing equipment through the full project lifecycle, including concept development, procurement, installation, commissioning, and production launch.
• Familiarity with OEM equipment buyoff processes, including design approval, construction reviews, "OK to Ship," commissioning, and final acceptance.
• Strong project management, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to negotiate technical, cost, and timing requirements while maintaining project objectives.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience supporting assembly operations such as Chassis, Powertrain, Engine, Marriage, Trim, Final Assembly, or End-of-Line operations is preferred.