Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

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• Developing methods, tooling, and techniques to reduce setup time, changeovers, and equipment operation effort
• Implementing cycle time reduction strategies in bottleneck manufacturing cells
• Troubleshooting machining processes and PLC programs (Siemens & Allen Bradley)
• Modifying manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, cost efficiency, or accommodate design changes
• Supporting financial goals through budgeting, expenditure scheduling, and project budget management
• Managing capital projects: equipment specs, runoffs, installation, and contractor coordination
• Updating and maintaining equipment and production layout drawings
• Developing engineering solutions for recurring equipment/process failures
• Identifying and delivering departmental training to boost skill levels
• Reviewing and coordinating TPM, PM, proactive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime
• Owning PFMEA, control plans, and process flows in collaboration with the Quality Engineer
• Supporting shop floor teams with problem-solving and standard work instruction development
• Managing external contractors for process and equipment improvements
  
  Collaborating across all levels to enhance machinery and manufacturing processes
• Leading Kaizen activities and documenting outcomes
• Understanding key environmental aspects and related operational controls

• B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
• 2+ years of experience in high-volume machining, assembly, and automation
• Hands‑on experience with Lean Enterprise methodologies
• Must be fluent in English
• Must be able to work and travel independently

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Mfg Pro, Kronos

• Join a market-leading company with exciting growth potential
• Be part of innovative, new projects from the ground up
• Enjoy competitive salary and benefits in a financially stable environment
• Thrive in a long-term career with a company that values commitment and development

GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers. As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN Automotive.

We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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