Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
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Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer – Launch \& Process Optimization
Position Summary We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development, benchmarking, and optimization of manufacturing processes for complex automotive assembly systems. This role will serve as a key technical leader and individual contributor focused on improving launch performance, operational efficiency, automation strategy, and manufacturing excellence across multiple assembly domains.
The ideal candidate combines deep hands\-on manufacturing knowledge with a forward\-thinking mindset around automation, digital tools, and AI\-enabled engineering. This individual will collaborate across operations, engineering, suppliers, integrators, and leadership teams to help shape the next generation of efficient, scalable manufacturing systems.
Key Responsibilities * Lead development of advanced manufacturing strategies for new and existing assembly processes. * Develop scalable and efficient manufacturing concepts focused on safety, quality, throughput, ergonomics, and cost. * Support manufacturing process optimization from early concept through launch stabilization. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, labor optimization, equipment utilization, and operational stability. * Lead internal and external benchmarking activities across automotive and other relevant industries. * Research emerging manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, AI\-enabled tools, and best practices. * Support successful launches of new manufacturing lines and processes. * Collaborate cross\-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, suppliers, and integrators.
Core Process Expertise * Tire \& wheel assembly * Cockpit assembly * Console assembly * Engine dress operations * Suspension assembly systems
Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field. * 10\+ years of manufacturing engineering experience. * Significant experience in automotive general assembly manufacturing. * Strong understanding of automation, ergonomics, PFMEA, line balancing, and lean manufacturing. * Experience with launch support and manufacturing optimization.
Desired Attributes * Open\-minded and curious with a passion for continuous learning. * Embraces AI and emerging technologies to accelerate engineering capability. * Strong team player who values collaboration and people. * Principal\-level technical leadership capability as an individual contributor.
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