Manufacturing Engineer

Applied Engineering•Troy, MI

1d•$72,000 - $112,000•Onsite

About The Position

Manufacturing Engineer | Troy, MI Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Troy, MI as a Manufacturing Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Detroit metro area and beyond to apply. Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better. Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits Relocation Assistance – Ownership Opportunity – Continuing Education Support Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests. As a Manufacturing Engineer in Troy, MI, you will: Develop and refine manufacturing processes for electrical and metal‑fabrication equipment, ensuring smooth production flow, reliable quality, and efficient use of resources Select, evaluate, and support machinery, tooling, and equipment, including performance optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning Lead ongoing process‑improvement efforts by applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured methodologies to reduce waste and elevate productivity Create and maintain clear work instructions, standardized procedures, and process documentation to support consistent, safe, and high‑quality operations Partner with engineering teams during new product introduction to ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and aligned with DFMA principles Work closely with quality teams to build inspection plans, testing methods, and control strategies, and to resolve manufacturing‑related quality issues Provide hands‑on technical support to production teams, resolving issues quickly and implementing process adjustments to keep schedules on track Conduct cost analyses and drive cost‑reduction initiatives that improve operational efficiency without compromising safety or product performance Collaborate across production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain to align processes, communicate technical updates, and address cross‑functional needs Promote a strong safety culture by identifying risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and integrating safe practices into all manufacturing activities Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners Contribute to projects that impact communities in Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Dearborn, Livonia, or Southfield, and the greater Detroit metro area Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering
3+ years of previous manufacturing experience with exposure to metal fabrication, electrical systems, and electro‑mechanical assembly
Skilled in supporting production teams directly, including hands‑on troubleshooting and process adjustments on the shop floor
Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous‑improvement methodologies
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, including data interpretation, root‑cause identification, and corrective‑action implementation
Familiar with quality tools such as process controls, structured problem‑solving, and risk‑assessment methods (e.g., FMEA)
Effective communicator who collaborates well with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders at all levels
Capable of managing multiple priorities, coordinating tasks, and meeting deadlines in a fast‑moving environment
Knowledgeable in manufacturing safety standards and committed to maintaining a safe working environment
Adaptable and comfortable working in high‑growth, rapidly evolving production settings

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish
Capable of working independently and as a team member
Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
Effective verbal and written communication
Desire to work on a variety of projects

Responsibilities

Develop and refine manufacturing processes for electrical and metal‑fabrication equipment, ensuring smooth production flow, reliable quality, and efficient use of resources
Select, evaluate, and support machinery, tooling, and equipment, including performance optimization, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning
Lead ongoing process‑improvement efforts by applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured methodologies to reduce waste and elevate productivity
Create and maintain clear work instructions, standardized procedures, and process documentation to support consistent, safe, and high‑quality operations
Partner with engineering teams during new product introduction to ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and aligned with DFMA principles
Work closely with quality teams to build inspection plans, testing methods, and control strategies, and to resolve manufacturing‑related quality issues
Provide hands‑on technical support to production teams, resolving issues quickly and implementing process adjustments to keep schedules on track
Conduct cost analyses and drive cost‑reduction initiatives that improve operational efficiency without compromising safety or product performance
Collaborate across production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain to align processes, communicate technical updates, and address cross‑functional needs
Promote a strong safety culture by identifying risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and integrating safe practices into all manufacturing activities
Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
Contribute to projects that impact communities in Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Dearborn, Livonia, or Southfield, and the greater Detroit metro area
Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation