Senior Process Engineer (Cold Forming)

Socket.dev

Taylor (MI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Drug Benefits

Wellness Reimbursement

Telehealth

Onsite health screenings

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking Cold Forming Engineers specializing in design and/or process to support growth. Positions are available in Michigan (Belleville and Taylor) and Illinois (Geneva); this is an on-site role requiring a strong shop-floor presence.

Responsibilities include supporting new product launches, hands-on troubleshooting on the shop floor, and leading continuous improvement initiatives with capital investments in faster machines and tooling strategies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
5–10 years of experience in Cold Forming, Hot Forming or Forging.
Experience with tool design and manufacturing support.

Responsibilities

Support new product launches from quoting through full production release.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and support for current production on the shop floor.
Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives; pursue capital investments and faster tooling strategies.
Collaborate across engineering, operations and leadership teams.

Skills

Communication

Shop floor experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Pro-E

DEFORM

SAP

Job description

We are seeking Cold forming Engineers Specializing in Design and/or Processto support continued growth across our business.

We offer opportunities to be based in either:

Michigan (Belleville and Taylor)
Illinois (Geneva)

We are not a typical fastener manufacturer.

We specialize in large-scale cold forming, starting at 18 mm and extending beyond 50 mm+
Across our divisions, we operate one of the largest collections of large cold formers in the industry
Our product portfolio spans automotive and earthmoving applications

"We are looking for engineers who want to push the limits of cold forming, not just maintain the status quo."

What You’ll Do

Support new product launches from quoting through full production release
Provide hands-on troubleshooting and support for current production on the shop floor
Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives (we don’t accept “good enough”)
Recommend and execute capital investments, including faster machines and quick-change tooling strategies
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and leadership teams

Note: This is an on-site role. A strong presence on the shop floor is required.

What You’ll Need to Succeed •Bachelor’s degree inMechanical or Manufacturing Engineering •5–10 yearsof experience inCold Forming, Hot Forming, or Forging

oIncluding tool design and manufacturing support

Ability to effectively communicate from the shop floor to senior leadership
CAD experience (Solid Edge, SolidWorks, Pro-E, or similar)
Experience with DEFORM and/or SAP is a plus

Additional Considerations

Willingness to travel and support multiple locations
Spanish or Italian language skills are a plus
Must be comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment oThis role requires time on the shop floor—not just desk work
Candidates outside the immediate areas are encouraged to apply—we are open to flexible solutions

What’s In It For You

We create a supportive environment where employees thrive! With a range of benefits designed to enhance your health, well-being, and financial security, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Join us and experience the exceptional perks that make this a great place to work!

Health And Wellness

Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Prescription Drug Benefits
Wellness Reimbursement
Telehealth
Onsite health screenings
Mental health resources
Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, legal guidance, and more

Financial Benefits