Engineering - Summer 2026

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Job Summary:

The is responsible for the design and implementation of production systems and procedures used throughout the manufacturing process; tests and monitors all equipment, updates current system processes, and conducts risk assessments as applicable.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Trains employees on technical specifications and equipment functionality.
• Trains employees on tooling functionality and tooling safety.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Defines specifications and requirements for production processes and equipment for both new and existing business as well as engineering changes.
• Evaluates existing production processes for efficiency and implements continuous improvement ideas in conjunction with other departments.
• Conducts time studies and regular line balancing in cooperation with the production department and provides changing headcount assumptions to the management team.
• Designs, plans, and optimizes the layout of the production floor in conjunction with other departments and identifies opportunities for additional space, efficiency, and safety.
• Conducts root cause analysis for production incidents and participates in cross-functional teams to identify and implement measures of containment, corrective actions and preventive actions and assesses their effectiveness.
• Develops, implements, and monitors detailed work instructions for all processes on the production line including regular reviews and modifications in the event of engineering changes.
• Trains employees on technical specifications, equipment, and tooling functionality as well as tooling safety and reports concerns regarding employee training to the management team.
• Provides assistance to the production department including troubleshooting of assembly issues and assistance in identifying root causes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to draw conclusions from a variety of data sources.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks according to business objectives and the ability to pursue several objectives simultaneously.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to think creatively and adapt to changing priorities while working independently with a high degree of self-direction and self-motivation.
• Strong active listening skills with the ability to process feedback from various hierarchy levels and departments in the Company and the ability to work in cross-functional teams to resolve incidents.

Education and Experience:

• Enrollment in a degree program for mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Intermediate computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to spend multiple hours a day standing and walking on the production floor.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Disclaimer:

Rhenus Automotive provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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