Lead - Mechanical Design Engineer

Segula Technologies • Auburn Hills, MI

12h

About The Position

The Senior Conveyor Systems Engineer is responsible for leading conveyor system layout, analysis, and implementation within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. This role supports system design, contractor coordination, installation activities, and launch performance to ensure operational efficiency and production readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience in logistics or manufacturing engineering
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in automotive manufacturing
• Minimum of 10 years of conveyor installation experience
• Strong knowledge of conveyance systems, automation, and structural standards used within the automotive industry
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel for layout development.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting vehicle launches, retooling, or model change programs
• Experience with external logistics methodologies
• Working knowledge of throughput simulation, cycle time analysis, and optimization techniques

Responsibilities

• Lead layout development, including cording and conveyor system integration
• Perform engineering studies including: Chain pull analysis Drive and vertical curve studies Cycle time analysis
• Identify and select optimal conveyor system solutions, including: Skillet conveyors Power & Free (P&F) and Inverted P&F Friction Drive Systems AGVs Electro Monorail Systems (EMS) Pedestal conveyors Spirals, Vertical Delivery Lines (VDL), and Continuous Vertical Conveyors
• Review and approve contractor drawings to ensure compliance with engineering and industry standards
• Provide installation support and on-site coordination as needed
• Track, analyze, and report launch metrics including: Cycle time adherence First-time quality Downtime Throughput performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees