Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary)

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join their team in Troy, MI as a Manufacturing Engineer. This is a temporary role through September, though it may extend to November. The position is open to candidates from the Detroit metro area and beyond.

• BENEFITS AND PERKS:
• Award Winning – Employee Owned – Comprehensive Benefits
• Competitive salary
• 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options
• Paid overtime
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional growth and community engagement through regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota

JOB SUMMARY

You will:

• Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for electrical and metal-fabrication equipment to ensure smooth production flow and consistent quality
• Assist with selecting and evaluating machinery, tools, and equipment, including basic troubleshooting and helping monitor performance
• Participate in continuous-improvement activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured problem-solving methods
• Create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation to support safe and consistent operations
• Collaborate with engineering teams during new product introduction by providing input on manufacturability and learning DFMA principles
• Work with quality teams to support inspection plans, testing methods, and root-cause investigations for manufacturing-related issues
• Provide hands-on support to production teams by helping resolve day-to-day issues and assisting with process adjustments
• Contribute to cost-reduction and efficiency-improvement efforts by gathering data, performing basic analyses, and supporting implementation
• Communicate and coordinate with production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and smooth operations
• Promote a safe work environment by following safety standards, identifying potential risks, and supporting compliance initiatives
• Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners
• Contribute to projects that impact communities in Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Dearborn, Livonia, or Southfield, and the greater Detroit metro area

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering
• Must be local to Troy, MI or the Detroit, MI, metro; relocation is not available for this role
• Previous manufacturing experience with exposure to metal fabrication, electrical systems, and electro-mechanical assembly strongly preferred
• Skilled in supporting production teams directly, including hands-on troubleshooting and process adjustments on the shop floor
• Understands Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous-improvement methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including data interpretation, root-cause identification, and corrective-action implementation
• Familiar with quality tools such as process controls, structured problem-solving, and risk-assessment methods (e.g., FMEA)
• Clear and confident communicator who works well with teammates across different functions
• Able to stay organized, handle multiple tasks, and follow through in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of manufacturing safety practices and a strong commitment to working safely
• Flexible and comfortable adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic production setting

SKILLS AND VALUES

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Troy, MI and the greater Detroit metro area. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship. Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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