Manufacturing/ Process Engineer

Tandem Engineering • Detroit, MI

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing / Process Engineer is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations through process development, station design, problem solving, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role works closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and engineering to ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, safety, and efficiency objectives within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical problem-solving capabilities, experience working in fast-paced manufacturing environments, and the ability to support production and engineering activities throughout program launch and ongoing operations. The Manufacturing/Process Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to the following: Support manufacturing operations by developing, implementing, and improving production processes. Assist in manufacturing station design, layout development, and process optimization using CAD and other engineering tools. Analyze engineering changes and assess impacts to manpower, tooling, materials, and facility requirements. Support production launch activities, including process validation and line readiness. Investigate manufacturing issues and conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, etc.). Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. Monitor production and quality performance metrics and implement corrective actions where required. Support product and process audits and ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures. Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and engineering to resolve production issues. Develop and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, process documentation, and engineering reports. Provide technical updates and reports to leadership and project stakeholders as required. Support additional engineering projects and assignments as needed. This position operates within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment and may require time on the production floor to support manufacturing operations and engineering activities. This position is located near Toledo, OH and the successful candidate must work at the site daily Monday to Friday with overtime as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes, production operations, or engineering changes.
• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, root cause analysis, etc.).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical documentation, engineering drawings, and process documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with manufacturing station design and CAD tools.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems within automotive manufacturing.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering considered an asset.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) considered an asset.
• Experience supporting manufacturing launch activities.
• Global or cross-functional project experience considered an asset.
• Additional language skills considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations by developing, implementing, and improving production processes.
• Assist in manufacturing station design, layout development, and process optimization using CAD and other engineering tools.
• Analyze engineering changes and assess impacts to manpower, tooling, materials, and facility requirements.
• Support production launch activities, including process validation and line readiness.
• Investigate manufacturing issues and conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Monitor production and quality performance metrics and implement corrective actions where required.
• Support product and process audits and ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and engineering to resolve production issues.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including work instructions, process documentation, and engineering reports.
• Provide technical updates and reports to leadership and project stakeholders as required.
• Support additional engineering projects and assignments as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level