Description
- Provide manufacturing engineering support throughout a new model development program.
- Assess manufacturing requirements to deliver defined product changes.
- Implementation of new Production Equipment, Operator Workstations, and Facilities based on product and process changes.
- Support manufacturing assembly builds (DCV, TT, PP, MP1 and MP2). During build events: 12-hour shifts will be required; night shift support will be required; weekend support on alternating weekends will be required.
- Responsible for quality and throughput metrics during the launch phase for owned workstations / vehicle subsystem
- Compile and distribute daily metrics files in standard night letter format and Excel list format.
- Identify and drive resolution of manufacturing related issues (i.e. AIMS, VIMS). AIMS and VIMS metrics should be reported daily to the VOME FAE team
- Interface with cross-functional activities (PD, STA, MP&L, NMP, Product Specialists, etc.) to both assess new program content manufacturing requirements and resolve issues arising during pre-production builds
- Write/modify/maintain process sheets as required post through + 90 days. Transfer accurate and complete process sheets to Mfg. PVT at receiving plant
- Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site. In addition, support tooling buy-off at the tooling vendor facility. During install and commissioning: 12-hour shifts may be required; night shift support may be required; weekend support on alternating weekends will be required.
- Lead pre-build validation events for the DCV Build at NMPDC
- Assist in preparation of management reviews and data collection to support the presentation.
- Drive quality, cost, and labor improvements during the launch process.
- Support plant acceleration throughput during the launch through identification and resolution of constraints including documentation lead for daily acceleration throughput report.
- PFMEA/SCCAF updates and maintenance based on physical build events.
- Lead WERS Concern Resolution (CR) resolution including tooling and labor investment costs for area of responsibility for all Job Event timed changes
- Support Error Proofing (EP) installation, programming updates, and troubleshooting during pre- milestones
- Complete preventive maintenance planning – Ensure M-tasks documentation completed per VOSS requirements. This applies to all new tooling for the launch.
- Complete spare parts documentation. Ensure industrial material documentation completed per VOSS requirements. This applies to all new tooling for the launch.
- Ensure all new tooling and processes meet ergonomic guidelines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications / Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations within automotive or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of manufacturing systems, assembly processes, tooling, automation, and production launch methodologies.
- Experience managing cross-functional projects.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing reporting tools.
- Ability to work onsite within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
- Working knowledge of statistics (control charts, data collection, etc.).
- Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner and escalate hard rocks
- Ability to be self-motivated (minimal direct supervision).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $42.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dearborn,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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