Mechanical Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

About the role

CrossSafety provides engineering and technical professionals to support large-scale automotive manufacturing, battery production, and new model launch programs across North America. We partner with industry-leading OEMs to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Responsibilities

• Plan mechanical system requirements for new model introduction
• Develop safe, high-quality, and cost-efficient process layouts and equipment concepts
• Update and confirm CAD layouts for process and mechanical changes
• Support mechanical building system startups and commissioning activities
• Review mechanical product submittals, shop drawings, layouts, and design specifications
• Work with contractors and vendors to coordinate equipment testing, delivery, installation, and commissioning
• Oversee mechanical contractors to ensure schedule alignment and process compliance
• Participate in weekend and plant shutdown work as needed
• Conduct inspections of mechanical building systems to confirm compliance with project specifications and applicable codes
• Manage sourced equipment procurement and installation activities
• Support construction administration tasks such as schedule coordination, weekly meetings, quality confirmations, and utility outage planning
• Prepare engineering reports, track project milestones, and provide status updates to project managers
• Analyze new model content versus current model requirements and develop mechanical process countermeasures
• Investigate mechanical issues using structured methods and recommend solutions
• Provide technical direction on mechanical design criteria, safety practices, and compliance standards

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of mechanical or manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience with mechanical design, building systems, or equipment installation
• Experience developing mechanical system design criteria
• Automotive or OEM experience (engine, transmission, chassis, or vehicle assembly)
• Strong organizational, communication, and schedule management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
• Proficient with AutoCAD; experience with CATIA or 3D modeling tools preferred
• Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project demands
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required
• Prior Toyota experience, particularly in chassis or assembly engineering
• Experience in mechanical design for industrial or automotive facilities (5+ years)
• Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, or other drafting tools
• Strong hands-on background in process and equipment concept development
• Ability to manage multiple projects with a high focus on safety, quality, and cost

Qualifications

• Grow your technical and leadership skills alongside an established and expanding professional consulting firm
• Join a team of over 150 supportive and safety-focused professionals including Industrial Hygienists, Ergonomists, Safety Engineers, Construction Safety Specialists, and industry-leading engineering teams
• Advance your career by working Fortune 500 companies and in dynamic environments where your leadership truly matters
• Contribute to high-impact industrial and construction projects across the United States

Benefits

• Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace

Pay

Competitive hourly rate

Schedule

Overtime may be required based on project demand