MANF. ENGINEER

SLW Warren LLC•Warren, MI

20d

About The Position

SLPT is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support and optimize assembly and testing of advanced mechatronic products for global automotive customers. The role focuses on manufacturing efficiency, automation, product quality, traceability, testing systems, and production capacity. The engineer will work with Engineering, Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams to improve throughput, quality, and operational performance, and support new production line launches and next-generation automotive technologies. The position includes developing and improving mechatronic assembly processes; leading automation and smart manufacturing initiatives; developing in-process and end-of-line testing strategies; managing manufacturing data, integration, and traceability; applying statistical analysis and continuous-improvement methods; and planning capacity and improving OEE. The role also maintains manufacturing documentation, ensures compliance with OSHA and applicable regulatory standards, supports audits, and contributes to project planning and other strategic manufacturing initiatives. The position operates in both office and manufacturing environments and may involve interaction with production equipment, occasional travel, and flexible schedules, overtime, or alternative shifts as business needs require. Support for production launches and operational initiatives outside standard working hours may be necessary. SLPT describes the role as offering exposure to advanced automotive technologies, automation systems, digital manufacturing initiatives, and potential engineering and operations career paths.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
8 to 12 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
Experience in automotive manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting assembly and testing of mechatronic systems.
Proficiency with middleware technologies such as Ignition and PLC platforms.
Strong understanding of manufacturing automation systems.
Experience with statistical analysis and process-improvement methodologies.
Experience in capacity planning and production optimization.
Familiarity with OEE improvement programs.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automotive pump manufacturing.
Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing technologies.
Experience with advanced manufacturing data systems and production databases.
Lean Manufacturing certification or practical Lean implementation experience.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience launching automated production lines.
Knowledge of manufacturing traceability systems and MES platforms.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for mechatronic product assembly.
Support current production operations and new assembly line launches.
Analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve productivity, quality, efficiency, and throughput.
Lead automation initiatives and use middleware technologies such as Ignition and PLC systems to improve production processes.
Support machine integration, production system connectivity, and process automation in partnership with Controls Engineering.
Develop and implement in-process and end-of-line testing strategies, analyze test data, establish testing standards, and support validation methodologies for new products and processes.
Oversee manufacturing data collection, integration, and traceability systems; support database management and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Lead continuous-improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, productivity, and cost reduction, applying Lean methods to eliminate waste.
Apply statistical methods to manufacturing performance and process capability; evaluate production data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities.
Conduct capacity analysis, evaluate equipment utilization, and develop strategies to improve throughput and OEE with Maintenance and Operations teams.
Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, process flows, quality documentation, and engineering standards.
Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and applicable regulatory standards, and support internal and customer audits and quality system requirements.
Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams on new product introductions, manufacturing launches, project planning, budgeting, and operational initiatives.
Participate in special projects and strategic manufacturing initiatives.