Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automotive Product Development

Manufacturing (Design) Engineer – Automotive Product Development

$100,000 – $140,000 base + annual bonus

Fully onsite | Monday–Friday

We’re hiring a hands‑on Manufacturing (Design) Engineer to own automotive components from concept through end‑of‑life.

• Production‑ready components
• Efficient manufacturing processes
• High‑quality vehicle builds

You’ll design, prototype, source, and implement parts, tooling, and fixtures that support vehicle production.

This is not a desk‑only role — it’s hands‑on engineering from design to the production floor.

• Own products from concept through production, ramp‑up & end‑of‑life
• Rapidly prototype components and assemblies
• Design parts, tooling, fixtures & templates for manufacturability and cost
• Source materials and manufacturing services from qualified suppliers
• Lead production implementation, equipment qualification & operator training

• Apply first‑principles engineering to complex manufacturing challenges
• Analyze and optimize processes for quality, safety & efficiency
• Develop innovative tooling and assembly solutions
• Create and maintain specifications, drawings & work instructions

• Build prototypes and troubleshoot using hand tools & design systems
• Support equipment operation and maintenance needs
• Work directly on the production floor
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Partner with Quality Engineering on inspection and compliance
• Work with Operations to improve flow, uptime & throughput
• Communicate technical concepts clearly across teams

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field
• Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes
• First‑principles problem‑solving ability
• Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with hand tools
• Experience with rapid prototyping and iterative design
• Knowledge of tooling, fixtures & templates
• Ability to read and create engineering drawings
• Strong project management and prioritization skills

• Automotive manufacturing experience
• CAD proficiency (Solid Works preferred)
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge
• Familiarity with ISO/TS 16949, APQP & PPAP
• Supplier development experience
• Machining, welding, or fabrication background

• Systems‑level thinking and holistic problem solving
• Hands‑on, shop‑floor mindset
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication
• High ownership and accountability
• Adaptability in fast‑paced environments
• Detail‑oriented with focus on quality and safety

Work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and product development—bringing innovative automotive components from concept to production.

This role offers full lifecycle ownership, hands‑on engineering work, and direct impact on vehicle manufacturing.