Product development engineer

Job Title: Product Development Engineer

Job Description

Join an innovative automotive manufacturer specializing in the development and manufacturing of shock absorbers and power steering systems for both 2 and 4 wheeled vehicles. As a Product Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and advancement of our production processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety policies and procedures and reporting any safety issues to management.
• Engage actively in daily production floor activities and resolve equipment concerns efficiently.
• Participate in process improvement activities and implement continuous improvements within cross-functional teams.
• Manage all phases of multiple concurrent projects, from concept to implementation and beyond.
• Create and deliver effective presentations on recommended solutions and alternatives.
• Engage in discussions with vendors, staff, and management regarding purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities, and project status.
• Handle special projects as directed by management.
• Support departmental business plan objectives and 5S activities.
• Contribute to the development of new models.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years experience in high volume manufacturing (assembly).
• 3-5 years of project management experience with customers and suppliers.
• Proficiency in project management, project planning, AutoCAD, lean manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, Six Sigma, capital projects, capital equipment, mechanical engineering, project engineering, product development engineering, process development, and new product development.
• Experience in the automotive industry.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in the automotive industry, preferably Japanese.
• Engineering Degree.
• The person or BA/or Associates.
  
  

Work Environment

Work is primarily conducted on the production plant floor with an open office seating arrangement, fostering collaboration and communication.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sunbury, Ohio.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $55.29/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

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