Manufacturing Engineer (SMT)

Aumovio•New Braunfels, TX

15h•$83,600 - $114,600

About The Position

Since its spin-off in September 2025 AUMOVIO continues the business of the former Continental group sector Automotive as an independent company. The technology and electronics company offers a wide-ranging portfolio that makes mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous. This includes sensor solutions, displays, braking and comfort systems as well as comprehensive expertise in software, architecture platforms, and assistance systems for software-defined vehicles. In the fiscal year 2024 the business areas, which now belong to AUMOVIO, generated sales of 19.6 billion Euro. The company is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany and has about 87.000 employees in more than 100 locations worldwide. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Assume manufacturing assembly process ownership for existing and new products. Initiate and lead manufacturing continuous improvement activities to meet and exceed specific measurable goals for department safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction and up time. Core Responsibilities Responsible for input into design and development of advanced automation equipment and process technologies in automotive manufacturing applications. Support, install, calibrate, operate, automation equipment. Responsible for process documentation, Setup Matrix / Parameter Cards / Work Instructions / Process Guides. Training support for technicians, operators, and others as needed Support Root Cause Analysis (fish bone, 5-why, etc.) Troubleshoot equipment and help train others on various trouble shooting methodologies. Work with integrators on implementing updates and corrective actions Perform MSA, MCA, and GRR studies for equipment qualification and release Maintain and improve equipment software Works with equipment integrators and cross-plant support teams to determine application specific automation and process requirements. Collaborate with other locations and/or external suppliers Collaborate across departments not limited to: Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Industrial Engineering and IT. Supports TPM program by providing creating training material, mentoring and training to peers, technicians and operator personnel. Identifies and documents projects in CBS, 8D, and 5 why Provides lessons learned input to design / development through DFM (Design for Manufacturing) reviews. Supports activities for OEE, Scrap, Yield and DPMO improvement to support plant performance metrics. Advanced manufacturing line problem solving related to manufacturing process related defects. Develop and maintain process documentation. The expected annual salary range for this role is $83,600 - $114,600 a year depending on experience. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Engineering
2 years experience with automation technology equipment.
Experience working with scanners and/or vision systems
Experience working with solidworks or similar CAD system
2 years experience working with electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting schematics
2 years problem solving and root cause corrective action experience within a manufacturing facility.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness and ability to train others.
Ability to create and execute work plans independently.
Strong aptitude and experience with a PC.
Ability to work rotating 4 on 4 off schedule
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
Ability to work on a manufacturing shopfloor environment
Must wear company-provided ESD safety-toed shoes, smock, and other PPE in required areas
Sitting or standing for 8+ hours, reaching, and using hands/fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment
Must be able to push, pull, reach, twist, turn, stoop for duration of 8+ hour shifts
Ability to lift or carry objects up to 40 lbs. unassisted
Ability to climb ladders
Ability to bend at waist and perform repetitive foot and hand action
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments.

Nice To Haves

Experience participating in projects
2+ years of experience working with automated placement equipment (surface mount device)
2+ years experience working with AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and AXI (Automated X-Ray Inspection) equipment.
Radiation Safety Certification
2+ years experience working with solder paste printing and inspection experience.

Responsibilities

Assume manufacturing assembly process ownership for existing and new products.
Initiate and lead manufacturing continuous improvement activities to meet and exceed specific measurable goals for department safety, quality, productivity, scrap reduction and up time.
Responsible for input into design and development of advanced automation equipment and process technologies in automotive manufacturing applications.
Support, install, calibrate, operate, automation equipment.
Responsible for process documentation, Setup Matrix / Parameter Cards / Work Instructions / Process Guides.
Training support for technicians, operators, and others as needed
Support Root Cause Analysis (fish bone, 5-why, etc.)
Troubleshoot equipment and help train others on various trouble shooting methodologies.
Work with integrators on implementing updates and corrective actions
Perform MSA, MCA, and GRR studies for equipment qualification and release
Maintain and improve equipment software
Works with equipment integrators and cross-plant support teams to determine application specific automation and process requirements.
Collaborate with other locations and/or external suppliers
Collaborate across departments not limited to: Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Industrial Engineering and IT.
Supports TPM program by providing creating training material, mentoring and training to peers, technicians and operator personnel.
Identifies and documents projects in CBS, 8D, and 5 why
Provides lessons learned input to design / development through DFM (Design for Manufacturing) reviews.
Supports activities for OEE, Scrap, Yield and DPMO improvement to support plant performance metrics.
Advanced manufacturing line problem solving related to manufacturing process related defects.
Develop and maintain process documentation.