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Engineer II (Prototype)

Astemo Indiana

Job Location:

Berea, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 8 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company Name:

ASTEMO AMERICAS INC.

Job Family:

Manufacturing & Operations

Job Description:

Under the direction of department leadership the Production Engineer Prototype supports and improves manufacturing processes within the Aftermarket business unit. This role partners closely with other Engineer Groups to transition new and revised products into stable efficient production while driving continuous improvement in safety quality delivery and cost.

The position executes production engineering strategies and tactical plans at the Astemo Berea Plant and collaborates with leadership to establish priorities objectives and ensure effective implementation. Acting as a strategic partner across the organization this role exercises independent judgment within established guidelines. The Production Engineer serves as a key technical liaison between Prototype Operations Showa Performance Design Engineering Quality and Supply Chain to ensure production readiness and ongoing process optimization in shocks and struts manufacturing.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities: Includes the following (other duties may be documented and assigned by local management and some duties may not apply dependent upon the requirements of the position at each specific (ASTEMO) site and/or the strengths of the employee and the needs of the company):

Support daily production activities within the Prototype manufacturing area to ensure safe efficient and high-quality output.
Participate in design reviews to ensure manufacturability of new products.
Lead process validation activities including trial builds pilot runs PFMEA control plans capability studies and first-piece approvals.
Analyze and improve manufacturing processes with a focus on quality efficiency cost and equipment performance.
Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends root causes and improvement opportunities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction scrap reduction and productivity enhancement.
Use technical knowledge to support equipment troubleshooting and process issue resolution in coordination with Maintenance and Operations.
Read interpret and create technical drawings and schematics as needed.
Assist in tooling design fixture development and equipment modifications as required.
Support cost reduction initiatives and capital project justifications.
Collaborate with departments such as Prototype Quality Maintenance and Production to ensure smooth implementation of process changes or improvements.
Communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing with team members and other departments.

Success in This Role Looks Like:

Production processes consistently meet safety quality delivery and cost targets.
Equipment and processes demonstrate stability and repeatability.
Trial builds and pilot runs executed on time with minimal disruption.
Manufacturing risks identified and mitigated before impacting production.
Demonstrated improvements in productivity throughput and cost reduction.
Capital and tooling improvements successfully implemented with measurable ROI.
Visible and engaged presence on the production floor.
Recognized as a technical resource and proactive problem solver.
Strong solution-focused partnership with Prototype Quality Maintenance and Operations.

Qualifications:

Knowledge skills & abilities: Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Possess ability to perform duties utilizing current company software applications (including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Outlook Teams Solid Works AutoCAD D-MATE current ERP system). Excellent interpersonal organizational verbal and written communication skills required. This position performs job duties in an ethical and professional manner.

Education:

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering or related field required.

Experience:

2-4 years of manufacturing engineering or production engineering experience preferred.
Experience in shock strut or automotive component manufacturing strongly preferred.
Experience supporting product launches preferred.
Experience with programming languages such as Rust Python and VBA.
Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs (ladder logic & Mitsubishi) preferred

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (assembly machining welding testing etc.).
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with PFMEA Control Plans and root cause analysis tools.
Experience in CAD software (Solidworks) and ERP systems preferred (AS400).
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
Experience automating workflows and connecting data end points.
Experience creating and modifying programs to collect and analyze process data into various reports.
Advanced knowledge in Excel (XLOOKUP array functions macros etc.)

Competencies:

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Cross-functional collaboration and communication
Project management and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
Results-oriented with strong attention to detail

Working Conditions & Requirements:

Required to work 40 hrs. per week as well as any required overtime.
Occasional off-shift support as needed for production or launch activities.
Required to work in a manufacturing facility (exposure to noise moving equipment etc.).
Exposure to office and laboratory areas.
Required to stand for long periods of time.
Required to lift/move up to 50lbs.
Up to 10% domestic and international may be required as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo were challenging the status quo with the power of diversity inclusion and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued respected and empowered. We dont just accept differencewe celebrate it we support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees our products and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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