EPITEC · 4 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Allen Park, MI
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$32/hr - $35/hrEpitec is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their automotive client's team, focusing on new model launches for vehicle and powertrain programs. The role involves managing program launches, overseeing pre-production activities, and ensuring alignment across various teams in North American assembly plants.
Human ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Lead new vehicle and powertrain program launches at North American assembly plants
Own end-to-end program management for new model launches, including timing, budget, and delivery
Manage pre-production build events, including planning, execution, and issue resolution
Oversee ordering, build, testing, and disposition of fleet and pre-production vehicles
Lead the build issues management process across cross-functional teams
Serve as gatekeeper for New Model Programs, managing product development changes ahead of prototype builds
Manage and execute the Pre-Production Drive Fleet Evaluation Plan
Drive part support issues to resolution for each pre-production build
Co-chair cross-functional meetings and ensure alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and quality
Prepare and present weekly New Model Program status and quality assessment reports
Champion and support senior management presentations
Manage launch budget approvals and execute program elements within approved budgets
Qualification
Required
Program management experience, ideally supporting vehicle or powertrain programs
Manufacturing experience, preferably in an automotive assembly environment
Strong ability to manage multiple workstreams, timelines, and stakeholders
Excellent communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)
Highly detail-oriented, organized, and execution-focused
Comfortable leading cross-functional teams in fast-paced launch environments
Advanced or working knowledge of Excel (tracking, reporting, status management)
Experience supporting new model launch or pre-production activities
Company
EPITEC
Epitec is a premier technology services and professional staffing company.
Founded in 1978
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Ruma
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