Mechanical Engineer [Entry Level/NIGHT SHIFT]

SEOYON E-HWA MANUFACTURING SAVANNAH INC•Savannah, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Seoyon E-Hwa Manufacturing Savannah, Inc. is seeking an Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer to support its AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) systems during night-shift operations. This role is suitable for a recent engineering graduate or an early-career engineer looking to gain practical experience with automated manufacturing systems, robotics, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a leading automotive parts manufacturing facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
Approximately 0-1 year of engineering, manufacturing, robotics, automation, maintenance, or related experience preferred, but not required.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems and automated equipment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to recognize equipment abnormalities and determine when an issue should be escalated.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and make appropriate decisions during night-shift operations.
Ability to communicate effectively with production, maintenance, engineering, and technical support teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 3:30 PM to 12:15 AM, with weekends and overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous internship, co-op, or work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Exposure to AMRs, AGVs, robotics, automation systems, or automated material-handling equipment.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical or automated equipment.
Experience in the automotive manufacturing industry.
Familiarity with sensors, mechanical components, electrical controls, PLC-controlled equipment, or industrial automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor and support AMR operations throughout the facility.
Respond to equipment interruptions to maintain continuous material flow and production operations.
Monitor the operation and movement of AMR robots to ensure proper and continuous operation.
Respond when an AMR becomes stopped, stuck, hung up, immobile, or otherwise unable to complete its assigned route or task.
Inspect AMRs and surrounding conditions to identify potential causes of interruptions, including obstructions, positioning issues, mechanical concerns, sensor-related issues, or route interference.
Perform approved troubleshooting and recovery procedures to safely return AMRs to operation when possible.
Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, IT, Production, or AMR vendor technical support when an issue requires additional assistance.
Perform routine visual and operational checks of AMRs and related equipment to identify potential concerns before they result in downtime.
Help minimize disruptions to material movement and production by responding promptly to AMR-related issues.
Assist with reviewing recurring AMR interruptions and identifying opportunities to improve reliability, routes, equipment conditions, or operating procedures.
Maintain accurate records of AMR issues, troubleshooting actions, recurring problems, downtime, and corrective actions.
Support engineering projects and improvement activities related to facility automation, AMR performance, material flow, and manufacturing efficiency.
Follow all company safety procedures and ensure AMR troubleshooting and recovery activities are performed safely.
Communicate with Production, Production Control, Maintenance, Safety, Engineering, and other departments regarding AMR interruptions that could impact operations.