Manufacturing Engineer

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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description As a Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) Engineer, you will be an integral part of the North American Engineering organization, working alongside the vehicle production team at the Vehicle Assembly Plant. You will play a crucial role as the 'first line of defense' in ensuring the functional system quality of the products produced at the assembly plant. Your responsibilities will include analyzing and resolving quality issues related to components shipped into the assembly plant, as well as processes within the assembly plant and integrated remote build centers. Responsibilities Collaborate with the Body Engineering team to achieve quality objectives, focusing on Roof Systems and Sealing Systems. Conduct daily reviews of incoming warranty claims data and categorize customer and dealership feedback accurately. Communicate with dealerships for parts and repair diagnoses and participate in customer callbacks for feedback understanding. Review returned parts for root cause analysis and develop Interim Containment and Permanent Corrective Actions. Support the assembly plant with Stop Ships/Stop Builds, Campaigns, Audits, and Root Cause Analysis. Lead engineering trials and implement running changes for the subsystem. Issue engineering Alerts and pursue authorization for product changes to support quality objectives. Engage technical experts and functional team members to drive resolutions and develop corrective actions to improve product quality. Create presentations for upper management, Vehicle Quality Reviews, and Engineering Managers reviews. Essential Skills 1+ years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment. 1+ years of experience working with Sealing Systems and/or Roofing Systems. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Knowledge in manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, and exterior body. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools for documentation and presentation. Demonstrated technical problem-solving skills, including root cause identification and analysis. Additional Skills & Qualifications Understanding of exterior lighting or washer/wiper systems. Ability to establish a System Engineering approach to problem solving. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills. Excellent presentation skills. Experience with Warranty systems such as

ECB, BSAQ, GSAR.

Success in a fast-paced, challenging environment. Work Environment The role is based on-site in a manufacturing environment. The plant operates with high production demands, especially for popular models, and has added a third crew and increased shifts to meet demand. The facility employs around 2,800 hourly workers and 200 salaried employees. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Wayne, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $42.30 - $46.53/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Wayne,MI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.