Manufacturing Engineering, Assembly

Stoughton Trailers is a trusted, industry‑leading trailer manufacturer with a strong focus on safety, quality, and engineering excellence . Proper fastening and torque control are critical to ensuring product integrity, regulatory compliance, and long‑term durability—especially within our Critical Road Safety (CRS) program.

You will lead fastening strategy, tooling implementation, and torque system optimization across manufacturing operations.

Fastening Strategy & Engineering Leadership

Lead development and execution of torque and fastening strategies across Stoughton Trailers manufacturing facilities

Support engineering projects by leading fastening strategy from development through implementation

Collaborate in design reviews to align fastening requirements with product design and manufacturing feasibility

Ensure alignment on project costing and tooling investment strategy

Serve as the primary technical expert for:

Torque auditing systems and fastening equipment

Lead sourcing, procurement, and validation of fastening tooling and equipment

Perform tool runoffs, validation, and installation at plant or supplier locations

Tool programming and configuration

Scanner programming and system integration

Process Capability, Quality & Data Analysis

Develop and implement strategies to ensure process capability of torque and fastening operations

Analyze production data to identify trends, deviations, and process improvement opportunities

Utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data tools (e.g., Lead root cause investigations related to fastening failures and tool performance issues

Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and IT teams

Support integration of DC tooling systems with digital platforms (e.g., CRS portals and data systems)

Improve tool performance, uptime, and overall fastening process reliability

Support supplier development and validation activities for fastening equipment

Quality control plans

Ensure compliance with Stoughton Trailers Critical Road Safety (CRS) program requirements

Quality inspection data

Training, Documentation & Communication

Develop and deliver training for production and maintenance teams on:

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to plant personnel

Maintain clear and accurate documentation for engineering, quality, and audit purposes

Communicate findings, risks, and improvements to stakeholders

Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Fastening techniques and application strategies

Tool programming and troubleshooting

Assembly tooling and fastening implementation

SPC, quality systems (QMS), and data analysis tools (e.g., Experience supporting cross‑functional engineering projects and multi‑site operations

Strong project management and cross‑functional leadership skills

Ability to lead both strategy development and hands‑on technical implementation

Strong problem‑solving and root cause analysis capability

Ability to travel and support multiple manufacturing locations

Experience in automotive, aerospace, or precision assembly environments

Knowledge of PLCs, automation systems, or tool control integration

Experience with ABS testing systems

Analytical thinking and data‑driven decision making

Attention to detail and quality focus

Split time between office and manufacturing floor environments

Exposure to manufacturing equipment and production conditions

Occasional travel required to support:

Manufacturing facilities

Equipment validation activities

The Torque Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring product safety, fastening reliability, and regulatory compliance , particularly within the Critical Road Safety (CRS) program . By driving standardized fastening practices, optimizing tool performance, and improving process capability, this role directly impacts product quality, customer safety, and manufacturing efficiency across Stoughton Trailers operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities