Conveyor Engineer - Automotive Manufacturing

Company: CrossSafetyLocation: Multiple U.S. Automotive Manufacturing FacilitiesCompensation: Competitive hourly rateSchedule: Overtime may be required based on project demandTravel: 10–25% domestic & international depending on projectAbout CrossSafety CrossSafety provides engineering and technical professionals to support large-scale automotive manufacturing, battery production, and new model launch programs across North America. We partner with industry‑leading OEMs to deliver safe, efficient, and high‑quality project execution.Our clients seeking support are often looking to fill positions quickly and in multiple locations across the United States. We intend on developing a pool of interested and eligible candidates who can be utilized when our clients make their requests.We are seeking Manufacturing Project Engineers to support various production engineering teams, including battery manufacturing, process engineering, equipment installation, new model development, and paint/vehicle manufacturing systems .About The Role The Conveyor Project Engineer supports conveyor system planning, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning for automotive assembly operations. This role involves developing master schedules, coordinating with vendors and internal teams, reviewing technical drawings, overseeing on‑site installation, and ensuring all conveyor systems meet Toyota standards for safety, quality, and performance.The position requires hands‑on involvement on the shop floor, close coordination with construction and safety teams, and responsibility for technical reviews and project execution from concept through startup.Travel may be required for vendor visits (0–2%). Work hours are typically 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with overtime, weekends, and holiday work during shutdown or installation periods.Key Responsibilities Project Planning & Master Scheduling Develop and lead the master schedule for assigned conveyor projectsChair project, engineering, and controls meetings; track open issues to closureCollect volume requirements and support conveyor capacity planningEngineering & Technical Work Prepare engineering estimates, calculations, drawings, and project reportsReview and direct conveyor approval drawings for compliance with specificationsProvide mechanical and controls design direction based on process and standardsGenerate specifications for procurement, run‑off, and buy‑off activitiesPerform conveyor chain pull calculations and buffer min/max analysisConduct structural steel and concrete load analysis (Kip loading)Support cycle time development for conveyors and lift equipmentApply PFMEA (Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) methodologiesVendor & Supplier Coordination Coordinate conveyor design and installation with North American and Japanese suppliersSupport simulation reviews to identify bottlenecks (direct simulation experience not required)Ensure suppliers provide accurate schedules, manpower planning, and progress updatesInstallation & Site Coordination Work closely with Toyota Construction Coordinators to ensure high‑quality, on‑time installationsCoordinate with Toyota Safety Managers to ensure 100% safe work environments following Toyota Safety Standards and TCSRPlan and track installation schedules for steel, pits, building facilities, and conveyor equipmentConfirm daily subcontractor schedules and progressDevelop and coordinate confirmation plans with TMMBC Maintenance and Assembly teamsOversee conveyor/equipment startup, debug, and system commissioningRequired Qualifications Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)Experience with AutoCAD and CATIAAbility to perform: Conveyor chain pull analysisConveyor buffer min/max studiesStructural and concrete load analysisUnderstanding of conveyor simulation (coordination level OK; direct operation not required)Experience developing conveyor and lifter cycle timesPFMEA experienceStrong communication, schedule management, and documentation skillsAbility to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and shutdown periodsEligible to work in the United StatesPreferred Qualifications Bilingual Spanish/English capabilityEligible to work in both the U.S. and MexicoAutomotive conveyor or automotive assembly equipment experienceExperience with national building codes (BOCA, NEC, OSHA, SMACNA, ANSI)Ability to supervise and support subcontractors and vendors during installationExperience coordinating with Japanese suppliersWhy Join CrossSafety Grow your technical and leadership skills alongside an established and expanding professional consulting firmJoin a team of over 150 supportive and safety-focused professionals including Industrial Hygienists, Ergonomists, Safety Engineers, Construction Safety Specialists, and industry-leading engineering teamsAdvance your career by working Fortune 500 companies and in dynamic environments where your leadership truly mattersContribute to high-impact industrial and construction projects across the United StatesEqual Opportunity EmployerCrossSafety fosters an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodations are available upon request.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr