Supervisor, Mechanical Design

ee0463b8-ef3c-433b-94c8-5e2a33319a45•Warren, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Paslin is seeking a Mechanical Design Supervisor to lead a design team developing automated and manual fixtures for Body-In-White applications, with a focus on Resistance Welding. The role oversees mechanical design execution using 3D solid modeling tools and supports a collaborative, high-performance team environment. The supervisor manages design project issues and status reporting, interprets project scope and changes, develops processes and tooling content, and releases designs to processing while collaborating with manufacturing and process departments. The role supervises and mentors technical professionals, allocates work, supports employee evaluations and hiring, oversees timecards, and ensures compliance with company policies and safety standards. The supervisor coordinates work against customer and program specifications and assists the Mechanical Design Manager with design planning and scheduling. The position works regularly on-site in an office environment. Schedules are flexible around core business hours of 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Early starts, late work, and weekend work may be required to meet business needs or support site installation teams. Occasional travel to customer sites or other Paslin locations may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 5 years of experience in mechanical design, with expertise in Body-In-White weld fixtures (Resistance or MIG).
At least 5 years of experience leading technical professionals.
Proficiency in Catia and Teamcenter.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Skill with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and manage open issues related to design projects, monitor project status, and report progress through departmental documentation.
Organize and lead customer design reviews and buyoffs.
Interpret project scope and manage internal and customer-driven changes.
Develop new processes and tooling content to enhance design efficiency.
Release mechanical designs to processing and collaborate with manufacturing and process departments.
Supervise and support a team of technical professionals, aligning work with organizational goals and project timelines.
Allocate tasks and responsibilities based on employee skill sets, project needs, and deadlines.
Foster a collaborative and accountable work environment through check-ins, performance feedback, and mentorship.
Lead and mentor the mechanical design team through communication, coaching, and development.
Oversee employee timecard submission, accuracy, and approval in accordance with company policy.
Support performance evaluations and participate in hiring processes.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Coordinate team activities and align them with customer and program specifications.
Assist the Mechanical Design Manager in planning and scheduling design activities.
Provide engineering support to site installation teams, potentially on weekends or outside regular business hours.
Perform additional duties as assigned.