Manufacturing Engineer - W2 Only

Description

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to support advanced manufacturing projects involving process design, production optimization, equipment selection, Lean manufacturing, and manufacturing systems simulation.

The ideal candidate will bring significant hands-on manufacturing/process engineering experience and the ability to translate product and technical requirements into practical, efficient manufacturing solutions.

 

Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Duration: 12 months (Potential to become full time)

W2 Only. No C2C / No Visa Sponsorship

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical data packages and translate requirements into manufacturing and assembly process requirements.
• Assist with the planning, design, and launch of manufacturing processes.
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles to improve equipment layouts, workflow, assembly methods, and workforce utilization.
• Evaluate and recommend capital equipment based on product specifications and manufacturing objectives.
• Develop technical and financial business cases for the selection of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Execute manufacturing systems simulations, including material flow and facility layout.
• Interface directly with customers to understand requirements and ensure successful project delivery.
• Collaborate with integrated engineering teams to deliver high-quality manufacturing solutions.
• Travel locally and overnight to company and customer facilities as required.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing product development, production processes, equipment, and machinery.
• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and process optimization.
• Excellent mechanical, technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within collaborative engineering teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, Project, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Experience

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Robotics and high-speed automation.
• Manufacturing tooling and fixtures.
• Molding processes.
• ProPlanner and/or FlexSim manufacturing simulation software.
• Material-flow and facility-layout simulation.

HOW YOU'LL GROW AT EPMA

We believe in the investment of our people. Strong client results and company growth is a direct result of our focus on personal growth for every single employee. With regular reviews and measurable development plans, we help you focus on the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. From on-the-job learning to professional development programs, we help you to grow throughout your career and ready you for the opportunities that lie ahead.

EPMA'S CULTURE

BE INSPIRED our 10 core values are at the forefront of everything we do. We take pride in investing in the development of our people, because they are part of the EPMA family and DNA. Call us old fashioned, but we believe in building talent, and we take pride in preparing our future leaders and innovators. You will find a fun, exciting and rewarding career at EPMA.

ABOUT EPMA

Since 2010, EPMA has quickly earned credibility as a trusted leader in Project and Portfolio Management Services helping local businesses to Global 50 companies deliver projects with greater efficiency and success. Our ability to attract the most talented people and empower them to make a difference for our clients is part of what makes EPMA one of the Top Companies to work for in Texas, and one of the Best and Brightest companies to work for in the nation. We are also on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in America today.

EPMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassments of Any Kind: EPMA is made up of a very diverse group of individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. At EPMA, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our services and our community. EPMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.