Lead Station Designer

Description

• Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Participate in pilot builds and process validation to verify layout accuracy and resolve design-related issues.
• Ensure tooling and equipment integration within each station aligns with overall line layout and material flow strategy.
• Lead, train and mentor a team to develop and maintain 2D and 3D workstation layouts using AutoCAD or Microstation in alignment with production flow and plant constraints.
• Collaborate with Launch Industrial Engineers to balance line workloads and confirm station cycle times meet takt targets.
• Support updates to PFMEA documentation, work instructions, and tooling layouts as changes are implemented.
• Drive the team in meeting the launch deliverables and overall station readiness in support of the launch
• Develop standards for fixtures, jigs, tooling, and assembly aids that support quality, ergonomics, and manufacturability.
• Ensure the team coordinates data required for ergonomic assessments and reach studies using tools such as ErgoMan or Process Simulate Human to verify operator comfort and safety.
• Validate that the team maintains accurate station documentation, drawing revisions, and design change logs.
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on ergonomics, productivity, and space utilization.

Requirements

• Familiarity with time study and line balancing methods (MTM, MOST, or MODAPTS).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience) or Manufacturing Technology
• Ability to manage multiple design projects in a dynamic launch environment.
• Experience with PFMEA, DFMEA, and GD&T.
• Working knowledge of ergonomics, station design, lean manufacturing, and tooling integration.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience supporting vehicle assembly line design or new model launch.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Understanding of automation, robotics, or material handling systems used in modern assembly operations.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and standardized work practices.
• 5 years of experience in automotive, heavy equipment or high-volume manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance