Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Responsibilities

• Support and improve BIW manufacturing processes, techniques, equipment, gauging, IT systems, and tooling to reduce defects and improve quality.
• Spend time on the shop floor to confirm that tooling and fixtures perform to expected quality and safety standards; follow up quickly on any issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies and systems to improve our assembly line performance.
• Develop practical, cost‑effective engineering solutions that can adapt to product and volume changes.
• Participate in and support project planning, including: pre‑studies and feasibility checks; volume and capacity assessments; follow‑up on actions, timing, and results with stakeholders.
• Use benchmarking and best practices from inside and outside the organization to improve our processes.
• Listen to and understand the needs of internal and external customers, especially production and quality.
• Clearly communicate ideas, problems, and solutions in both written and verbal form.
• Work collaboratively to solve problems, support root cause analysis, and help prevent and de‑escalate conflicts.
• Take initiative to identify risks and potential issues early, and act quickly to minimize their impact.
• Contribute actively to our continuous improvement culture, with a focus on: waste elimination; built‑in quality and error‑proofing; a safe, clean, and organized working environment.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar field (automotive or BIW experience is a plus, but not required).
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, including risk identification and mitigation, both individually and in teams.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Skills

• Hands‑on and enjoy being on the shop floor, close to the product and the people building it.
• Self‑driven, take ownership of your tasks, and follow through without needing constant direction.
• Strong sense of urgency and respond quickly when problems arise.
• Team player who builds collaborative relationships with colleagues across functions and levels.
• Ability to make decisions with limited information, influence others when changes are needed, and stay calm under pressure.
• Clear and respectful communication, making it easy for others to work with you and trust you.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

Pay

Base pay is set at $85,000 - $100,000 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.