Junior Manufacturing Engineer

Junior Manufacturing Engineer – Job Requisition

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Junior Manufacturing Engineer to support the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment while contributing to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls under the guidance of senior engineers

• Support analysis and planning of labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, and manufacturing layouts to improve efficiency

• Participate in prototype development, builds, and production launch activities

• Learn and apply new manufacturing technologies that contribute to cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency

• Attend product design reviews to provide input on manufacturability and cost effectiveness

• Assist in preparing manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, and process capability

• Support implementation of process improvements involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, and layouts

• Collaborate with senior engineers in selecting and developing tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements

• Participate in training coordination for new processes to ensure production readiness

• Contribute to the establishment and verification of poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems

• Provide technical support for problem-solving teams and continuous improvement initiatives

• Assist in new program launches as part of cross-functional teams

• Work closely with production teams to support key performance measures and line balancing

• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and provide status updates as needed

• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, including production operators, supervisors, engineering teams, and management

• Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Quality, Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

• Support compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards

• Assist in developing and maintaining PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Operator Instruction Sheets

• Collaborate with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe workstation and line design

• Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards

• Report occupational injuries, illnesses, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field

• 0-2 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (internship or co-op experience acceptable; automotive experience preferred)

• Basic understanding of product design and assembly processes

• Familiarity with PFMEA principles, Control Plans, Process Flows, and manufacturing documentation

• Willingness to learn and apply hands-on manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, and equipment implementation

• Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams, production personnel, and management

• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

• Eagerness to develop technical skills and grow within the manufacturing engineering discipline

• Willingnessforfuturerelocation to other facilities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in automotive manufacturing

• Understanding of assembly processes including sequencing, line balancing, and production flow optimization

• Exposure to lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

• Basic CAD knowledge (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)

• Experience presenting technical information to diverse audiences

Work Schedule

• 1st shift (6:00 AM – 3:30 PM)

• Must be able to flex time, work overtime, and support off-shift activities as needed for major process changes or launches