Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling)

Yanfeng•Holland, MI

About The Position

The Senior Advanced Manufacturing Tooling Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates the implementation of manufacturing processes in an industrial plant. The role develops, implements, and improves manufacturing strategies using knowledge of product design, materials, tooling and equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards. The engineer creates plans to optimize workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow; translates product requirements into tooling and equipment specifications and options; and works with vendors to procure, install, and implement equipment in the manufacturing facility. The position provides manufacturing input to the Simultaneous Development Team, manages equipment and tooling procurement and acceptance, facilitates implementation and technical training, and completes Process FMEAs while managing RPN risks. It also supports product needs through pilot activities, testing, run-at-rate, and internal process sign-offs, assesses ergonomic concerns, and contributes to continuous improvement. Employees must meet applicable IOS, EHS, product safety, compliance, information security, and company policy requirements. The role requires professional interaction and cooperation with customers, suppliers, vendors, and employees at all levels; predictable attendance; and the ability to work additional hours or overtime when needed. The engineer must be willing and able to travel to customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants that may involve climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.

Requirements

Bachelor's-level degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering, Plastics, or Engineering Technology (BSME, BSMET, or similar); equivalent work experience may be considered for certain positions.
5–9 minimum years of relevant experience.
At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, advanced manufacturing, process engineering, tooling, or a similar field.
Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants that may require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
Ability to multitask and interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers, and vendors, and to work cooperatively with employees at all levels.

Nice To Haves

Automotive or manufacturing experience; Tier One automotive interiors experience is preferred.
Experience with injection molding processes and tooling design, build, and validation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire individuals to improve performance.
Mechanical aptitude and analytical problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of workflow, line balancing, and takt time.
Experience with AutoCAD.
Experience with DOE and data-driven studies.
Six Sigma, Lean, or continuous improvement training or experience.
Technical and project management skills.
Familiarity with the full product life cycle, including development, launch, and production.
Ability to work with and improve documented manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

Provide manufacturing feasibility assessments for product designs, engineering changes, scope changes, and quality concerns as input to the Simultaneous Development Team.
Project-manage the procurement and acceptance of required equipment and tooling.
Facilitate the implementation of production equipment and tooling into the manufacturing facility, including corresponding technical training.
Complete Process FMEAs and manage RPN risks.
Assess product, process, equipment, and tooling strategies for potential ergonomic concerns and manage actions to resolve them.
Support customer part needs through pilot activities, testing, run-at-rate, and internal process sign-offs.
Create and support continuous improvement projects.
Understand, apply, and meet function-related IOS, EHS, product safety, compliance, information security, and confidentiality requirements.
Comply with company policies and procedures and maintain predictable, regular attendance.
Work additional hours or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages
Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays
Medical, dental, and vision benefits from day one
Competitive 401(k) match
Healthy behavior program
Life and disability insurance
Supplemental health plans
Employee assistance program
Company discount program
Employee development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism
Comprehensive onboarding process