Senior Process Engineer (Cold Forming)

Gonzalez Contract Services; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with company match

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Gonzalez Contract Services in Taylor, MI seeks a Senior Process Engineer specializing in cold forming to lead design and process execution. On-site role requiring strong shop floor presence and collaboration with engineering, operations, and leadership teams.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering and 5–10 years in Cold/Hot Forming or Forging, with CAD (Solid Edge/SolidWorks/Pro-E) and DEFORM/SAP experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience in Cold Forming, Hot Forming or Forging (tool design a plus).
• Hands-on troubleshooting and communication from shop floor to leadership.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site at multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Support new product launches from quoting through full production release.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and shop floor support for current production.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend and execute capital investments, including faster machines and quick-change tooling.
• Collaborate across engineering, operations, and leadership teams.

Skills

Shop floor communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Solid Edge

SolidWorks

Pro-E

DEFORM

SAP

Job description

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Senior Process Engineer (Cold Forming)

Taylor, MI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1157

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)

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
• Wellness Reimbursement
• 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
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k with Company Match
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution