Manufacturing Engineer
American Battery Solutions Inc.
Michigan
Job Summary The Manufacturing Engineer focuses on designing, developing, and implementing new or revised production/manufacturing processes within a New Product Introduction (NPI) environment. This role will require an understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply this knowledge to improving and developing the manufacturing process. Responsibilities
- Lead the development of process and equipment planning activities required to support customer projects and meet company business plan objectives.
- Lead the development of process and equipment planning activities required to support customer projects and meet company business plan objectives.
- Lead start of production continuous improvement activities necessary to meet product quality and business plan objectives.
- Develop and maintain all production documentation required including DFM/A’s, PFDs, PFMEAs, WI’s, etc.
- Implement 5S for all responsible production areas.
- Support Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
- Support the manufacturing evaluation of new product designs (DFM/A), creation of manufacturing plans, and estimations of production costs.
- Responsible for Equipment & Tooling Readiness/Documentation and all safety standards.
- Qualify purchased Cap-Ex equipment in accordance with company Machine Acceptance requirements (i.e., capability, OEE, ergonomics, etc.).
- Support company vision, values, goals, and business plan.
- Support the production operator.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Able to travel as required to support projects assigned.
- Adhere to federal and state regulations.
- Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
- Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.
- Predictable and reliable attendance.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of two (2) years of manufacturing or process engineering experience in a manufacturing facility.
- Proven ability to design tooling and equipment in SolidWorks or equivalent software.
- The ability to use AutoCAD for equipment layouts within the facility is a plus.
- Understanding of PLC, HMI’s, relays, contactors, servos, steppers, low voltage circuits, high voltage circuits, torque drivers, bar code systems, database storage, vision systems, Allen Bradley, Bosch Rexroth, Keyence, etc.
- Experience with quality management systems.
- Understanding of machine electrical cabinet layout and machine controls with the desire to learn more.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and Visio.
- Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
- Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
- Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
- Takes Initiative: Exhibits strong drive for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
- Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
- Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
- Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen.
- May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
- The person in this position needs to frequently move about in industrial environments.
- Works in a temperature-controlled office environment and in industrial environments where safety shoes and safety glasses are mandatory.
- The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
- Works in an environment with high voltage electricity present on the mfg. lines which may require the use of personal protective equipment to protect the safety of the person.
- May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
- May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites to fully understand material needs.
- Must be able to manipulate equipment for calibration and modification.
- Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
- Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
- The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
- The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
- The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day.
- Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
- Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
- Voluntary benefits offerings.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Referral Program.
- Employee development and career growth opportunities.
Posted 2026-07-24
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