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Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer - UPE - Machining

16 days ago by Stellantis
  • Salary negotiable
  • Trenton, MI, US
  • Full-time
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Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer role leading North America machining-related manufacturing engineering for powertrain and battery tray/frame, casting, engine and transmission programs at Stellantis. You'll guide an engineering team to develop and launch safe, high-quality, on-time, cost-effective processes across new model, non-new model and adaptation work. Standout perk: broad multi-plant scope across the US, Mexico and Canada with strong standardisation and systems deployment focus.

Key skills
Manufacturing engineering leadershipMachining/process change assessments and cost studiesRFQs, sourcing and technical evaluationsFacilities engineering (site preparation, machine installation)Air/mist/coolant collection and filtration systemsProgram management (scope, timing, cost)Root cause problem solvingDesign for Manufacturing (DFM) partnershipProcurement, build, install, qualification and launch of equipmentIndustrial system methodology deployment (SIS / SPW tools)
Salary not listed — comparable US manufacturing mechanical engineering lead roles in Michigan automotive typically pay about $100k–$140k base, depending on experience and plant/program scope.
You'll thrive here if you enjoy leading teams and multi-site manufacturing programs, balancing scope/timing/cost while standardising processes and solving problems systematically.
Why apply
  • Lead NA powertrain machining programs
  • Multi-plant scope across NAFTA
  • Drive standardisation and SIS deployment

The Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer - UPE - Machining will be responsible for leading all Manufacturing Engineering functions for North America powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, components, engine, and transmission programs.

Their primary role is to guide their Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet all objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost for both new model (NM), non-new model (NNM), and adaptation programs.

Main responsibilities include:

  • Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies
  • Oversee engineering scope definition, Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s), sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration
  • Manage and prioritize the Non-New Model (NNM) powertrain programs requests and ensure that approved programs are completed on time and within budget
  • Manage all New Model (NM) program’s facilities aspects including site preparation and machine installation
  • Lead Flow activities on programs ensuring successful implementation and tracking of the Iron Triangle (Scope, Timing, and Cost)
  • Lead their team in the implementation of Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) methodology, supporting all activities including deployment of advanced SPW tools and guide systematic root cause problem solving methods to attack risks
  • Development/improvement of process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure
  • Support the Engine Manufacturing Plants located in Dundee (MI), Trenton (MI), Kokomo (IN) and Saltillo (MX); Transmission Plants in Kokomo and Tipton (IN); Casting Plants in Kokomo (IN) and Etobicoke (ON), while maintaining a relationship with the Global CoC initiatives
  • Drive standardization across plants in all regions
  • Strongly partner to contribute to Product Design for Manufacturing processes
  • Lead procurement, design, build, install, qualification and launch of facilities and process supporting equipment and infrastructure
  • Support Stellantis Production Way initiatives
  • Center of Competency facilities support for NAFTA region
Reference: 4268_5001197830506·Original posting
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