Linamar

Manufactures automotive, industrial, and agricultural components

Project Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSouthfield, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required.
A minimum of four (3) years of experience as a process or manufacturing engineer in a machining or manufacturing environment is required.
Two years of quality engineering experience is required.
Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods, process and machine capability requirements, blueprint reading, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing is required.
Working knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), CFM, and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) is required.
Practical knowledge of cutting tools, machining processes, materials, and equipment is required.
Experience using statistical analysis for machine and process capability studies is required.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in applicable software applications, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks, is required.
Ability to write monthly reports addressing operational matters for management is required.

Responsibilities

Work independently as an engineer under the guidance of a program manager, assigned to a task, program, or project.
Act as a key customer contact to understand customer requirements and scope of work.
Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to complete programs and projects on time and within budget while meeting or exceeding customer quality and delivery standards.
Offer guidance and support to process and manufacturing engineers.
Take new products from concept through production.
Prepare cost-estimation worksheets and design process workflows to quote new products.
Track program elements to maintain budget and timing commitments and communicate program-status changes to stakeholders.
Identify capital equipment and sources, and prepare documents and presentations for Process Review Board and Financial Approval Board approvals.
Supervise equipment buy-off and installation through 100% PSHR completion.
Lead APQP and CFM teams and record their activities.
Participate in continuous-improvement efforts based on feedback from external CAT and SAT indicators and internal performance indicators, including the monthly Stepping Stool.
Specify special tools and fixtures when required.
Work with manufacturing engineers to estimate cycle times for each process operation.
Prepare quotations under the guidance of an engineering manager or supervisor.
Review Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) regularly and work with engineering and core teams to reduce high Risk Priority Number (RPN) values.
Participate in core teams working to reduce line scrap against plant targets.
Assist with preparing and monitoring Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SRED) and Waste Elimination Tracker (WET) activities.
Update and control plant layouts.
Discuss proposed layouts for new equipment with core teams and their managers to ensure requirements of all departments are considered.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Title: Engineer, Project

Job Summary

Work as an independent engineer, under guidance of a program manager, assigned to a task, program or project. Act as a key customer contact to develop a clear understanding of all customer requirements and scope of work. Liaison with suppliers and other internal departments to ensure program or project is completed on time and within budget, while meeting or exceeding customer quality and delivery standards. Offer guidance and support to process and manufacturing engineers

Responsibility

Take new products from the concept stage to production stage.
Do cost estimation worksheets and design process work flow to quote new products.
Ensure all program elements are being tracked so as to ensure that budgets and timing commitments are maintained, and changes in programs status are effectively communicated to all stakeholders.
Identify capital equipment and sources and prepare all documents/ presentations for PRB (Process Review Board’s) and FRB (Financial Approval board’s) approvals.
Supervise buy-off and installation of equipment up to 100% PSHR completion.
Lead APQP / CFM teams and record all activities.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts based on the feedback from external (CAT, SAT) and internal related performance indicators (monthly Stepping Stool).
Specify special tools and fixtures where required.
In collaboration with manufacturing engineers, estimate cycle times for each operation in the process.
Preparation of quotations under guidance of engineering manager or supervisor.
Review Process FMEA on regular basis and work with engineering and core teams to reduce high RPN numbers.
Be a part of core teams to reduce lines scrap against plant targets.
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of SRED (Scientific Research and Experimental Development) and WET (Waste Elimination Tracker) activities.
Responsible for plant layout updates and control.
Other duties as assigned

Academic/Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Required Skills/Experience

A minimum of four (3) year experience as a process or manufacturing engineer in a machining or manufacturing environment.
2 years of quality engineering experience
Knowledge of SPC methods, process and machine capability requirements, blueprint reading and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
Working knowledge of APQP, CFM and PPAP process.
Practical knowledge of cutting tools, machining processes, materials & equipment.
Experience with the use of statistical analysis for machine and process capability studies.
Discuss proposed layouts of new equipment with core teams and their managers to ensure the requirements for all departments are considered.
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in all applicable software applications (i.e. Microsoft Office including Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
Ability to write monthly reports that address a variety of operational matters to present to management.

What Linamar Has to Offer

Competitive Compensation
Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Sustainability Council
Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.

With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.  

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.  

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About the Company

Linamar

Manufactures automotive, industrial, and agricultural components

Linamar is a diversified manufacturer that builds automotive, industrial, and agricultural components and systems, organized around powering vehicles, motion, work, and lives. It designs and produces high-quality parts used in cars, trucks, machinery, and farming equipment, with customers including General Motors and other industrial clients. The company leverages a global manufacturing footprint, long-established customer relationships, and collaborations with partners like Alberta Innovates to ensure reliable supply across multiple markets. Its goal is to grow by delivering integrated components and systems at scale, expanding worldwide, and pursuing partnerships to meet evolving needs in transportation, industry, and agriculture.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Guelph, Canada
Founded: 1966

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