Manufacturing (Design) Engineer - Automotive Product ...

Manufacturing (Design) Engineer - Automotive Product Development Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 base + annual bonus Fully onsite | Monday-Friday Job Summary: We're hiring a hands-on Manufacturing (Design) Engineer to own automotive components from concept through end-of-life. This role turns ideas into: • Production-ready components • Efficient manufacturing processes • High-quality vehicle builds You'll design, prototype, source, and implement parts, tooling, and fixtures that directly support production. This is not a desk-only role - it's hands-on engineering from concept to floor. Job Responsibilities: Product Development & Lifecycle • 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 qualified manufacturing partners • Lead production implementation, equipment qualification & operator training Engineering & Problem Solving • Apply first-principles engineering to complex challenges • Analyze and optimize processes for quality, safety & efficiency • Develop innovative tooling and assembly solutions • Create and maintain specifications, drawings & work instructions Hands-On Manufacturing Support • Build prototypes and troubleshoot using hand tools & design systems • Support equipment operation and maintenance • Work directly on the production floor • Lead root cause analysis & corrective actions Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner with Quality Engineering on inspection & compliance • Work with Operations to improve flow, uptime & throughput • Communicate technical concepts clearly across teams Qualifications: Required: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field • Strong knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes • First-principles problem-solving ability • Mechanical aptitude & 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 Preferred: • Automotive manufacturing experience • CAD proficiency (SolidWorks preferred) • Lean manufacturing & continuous improvement knowledge • Familiarity with ISO/TS 16949, APQP & PPAP • Supplier development experience • Machining, welding, or fabrication background Key Competencies: • Systems-level thinking • Hands-on, shop-floor mindset • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills • High ownership & accountability • Adaptability in fast-paced environments • Detail-oriented with a focus on quality & safety About the Opportunity: Work at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and product development-bringing innovative automotive components from concept to production. This is a high-visibility role with full lifecycle ownership and direct production impact.

Created: 2026-03-17