Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Plant 3 assembly operations by applying engineering expertise to resolve manufacturing issues, improve equipment performance, support quality and safety requirements, and implement efficient, reliable processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Operations and Trades in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues.
• Support product quality investigations, corrective actions, and process improvements.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost savings opportunities.
• Lead or support equipment development, specification, validation, installation, and retooling projects.
• Plan and execute assigned projects, including tooling budget management as required.
• Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are understood, documented, and followed.
• Communicate with Engineering, Operations, Trades, Quality, and other stakeholders to meet business and customer needs.
• Develop and maintain PFMEA documentation and support related process controls.
• Process plant change notices for assigned areas.
• Support quality and safety audits, including required documentation and follow-up actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with manufacturing engineering tools, equipment design/build, or equivalent plant ME experience.
• Working knowledge of assembly processes such as pressing, fastening, fixturing, vision systems, data collection, and tool design.
• Basic understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical controls, automation, and robotics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to manage technical documentation.
• Experience using AI tools to analyze data, identify trends, and support problem solving preferred.
• Knowledge of structured problem-solving methods such as Fast-X, Shainin, or Six Sigma preferred.
• Knowledge of GD&T preferred.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems, enabling intuitive, safe, and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS), Steer-by-Wire™, Driveline, and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification, software-defined vehicles, and autonomous driving. With approximately 13,000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally, Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.