Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Lansing, MI (NOW HIRING)

## Manufacturing EngineerApplylocations: Lansing, MItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-28842**JOB DESCRIPTION**Job Description## **Manufacturing Engineer Essential Duties and Responsibilities*** Design, develop, implement, and validate manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls to support the production of products and components.* Analyze and plan labor utilization, equipment requirements, workflow, manufacturing space, and layout to maximize efficiency and productivity.* Support all phases of prototype development, builds, and production launches.* Actively apply new manufacturing technologies and evaluate opportunities that contribute to plant objectives, cost reduction, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.* Participate in product design reviews to ensure manufacturability, optimal productivity, and cost effectiveness; recommend alternative designs, materials, or processes as needed.* Prepare and evaluate manufacturing studies related to cost, quality, inventory levels, feasibility, and process capability for new and existing products.* Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes involving materials, labor, tooling, equipment, layouts, and ancillary systems.* Select, approve, and develop tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements and product design intent.* Coordinate implementation of new processes and provide training to ensure readiness and timing objectives are met.* Establish and verify poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems.* Serve as a technical resource for process changes, problem-solving teams, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring product design intent is maintained.* Actively pursue quality improvements across manufacturing processes.* Support new program launches as part of the SDT or Pre-Launch Team, as assigned.* Research and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies to ensure products are manufactured in the most capable and cost-effective manner.* Work closely with production teams to ensure key performance measures are met and lines are properly balanced.* Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders and provide periodic status updates.* Act as a customer liaison for product design and engineering-related matters.* Complete all required training as mandated by the company and customers.* Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.## **Quality, Safety & Compliance Responsibilities*** Ensure compliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards.* Develop and maintain PFMEAs, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and Operator Instruction Sheets.* Collaborate closely with Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe and efficient workstation and line design.* Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards.* Report occupational injuries, illnesses, accidents, and unsafe conditions promptly.* Support continuous improvement in safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance.## **Manufacturing Engineer Required Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.* 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (automotive experience and background strongly preferred).* Strong working knowledge of product design and assembly processes using PFMEA principles.* Hands-on experience implementing manufacturing processes, methods, tooling, equipment, and controls.* Practical knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flows, and Operator Instruction Sheets.* Experience creating processes and procedures to meet budgetary goals and performance metrics.* Proficiency with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.* Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.**This position is 1st shift (6am-3:30pm) - Must be able to flex time, work OT, and oversee major changes to off shift.** #J-18808-Ljbffr