Manufacturing Engineer
Magna International•Highland Park, MI
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manufacturing Engineer to support our production operations by improving processes, reducing downtime, and enabling efficient, high-quality manufacturing. This role is hands-on, working closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure stable, optimized, and safe manufacturing processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving (A3, 8D, 5Why).
- Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T.
- Experience with process documentation and continuous improvement tools.
- Strong analytical and hands-on troubleshooting abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high-volume assembly or automotive seating/manufacturing.
- Familiarity with PLCs, automation equipment, or vision systems.
- Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
- Exposure to MES systems or basic data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
- Implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause problem‑solving methodologies.
- Support new product launches, engineering changes, and line transitions—including process layout, work instructions, PFMEA, and control plan updates.
- Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, efficiency opportunities, and waste reduction initiatives.
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Automation teams to integrate tooling, fixtures, and equipment upgrades.
- Develop and maintain documentation including process flows, standardized work, job breakdowns, and training materials.
- Lead and support problem‑solving activities for scrap, rework, downtime, and quality issues.
- Provide daily technical support for production lines, working onsite with operators and supervisors to resolve issues.
- Participate in cross-functional teams focused on process capability, ergonomics, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure all engineering work aligns with safety requirements, quality standards, and company operating procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
