Senior Automotive Assembly Engineer: NPI & Automation

SL Tennessee

Clinton (TN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

SL Tennessee is seeking an Assembly Engineer Level 3 to oversee automotive assembly processes at the manufacturing facility. You will lead continuous improvement, optimize layouts, and ensure quality for exterior lighting or chassis systems through SOP readiness.

You will apply APQP, PFMEA, and OEE to minimize downtime, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with Quality, Production, and Maintenance to resolve chronic issues and launch new programs from development through start of production.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing or closely related field.
Minimum 5–7 years in progressive engineering roles in manufacturing, preferably automotive.
Experience launching automotive programs, equipment commissioning, and assembly cell integration.

Responsibilities

Design and optimize assembly line layouts, cycles, and flows to maximize OEE and minimize waste.
Lead APQP and production launch readiness to ensure lines are validated and commissioned on schedule.
Provide advanced troubleshooting for plant automation, PLCs, vision systems, sensors, and robotics.
Create and maintain PFMEA, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and SWIs per IATF 16949.
Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with Quality, Production, and Maintenance to resolve manufacturing and scrap issues.