Industrial Engineer Battery
Elkhart, KS - USA
Job Summary
Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility
Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely smarter and sustainably everywhere.
Location: TroyMI
Employment Type: Full-Time Long-Term At-Will
Target Start Date: October 2026
The Industrial Engineer is responsible for planning developing and implementing manufacturing processes for new product launches within the Battery Business Group. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure robust efficient and scalable manufacturing solutions that meet quality cost safety and delivery objectives.
The Industrial Engineer plays a key role throughout the APQP and industrialization processes supporting product development manufacturing readiness equipment validation continuous improvement initiatives and production launch activities.
- Lead and implement industrialization activities for new product launches in accordance with OPmobilitys program management and APQP methodologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Product Engineering Quality Purchasing Program Management and Operations to ensure successful product launches.
- Support manufacturing facilities in identifying and resolving process equipment and quality issues through structured root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing deliverables including:
- PFMEA
- Process Flow Diagrams
- Standardized Work Instructions
- Capacity Analysis
- Manufacturing Documentation
- Utilize engineering and manufacturing tools such as DFM&A GD&T AutoCAD Lean Manufacturing principles and Project Management methodologies to optimize manufacturability and production efficiency.
- Support and/or lead the development of manufacturing process specifications production equipment specifications and assembly solutions.
- Coordinate and support equipment validation activities including process qualification and compliance with internal engineering standards.
- Evaluate new product designs for manufacturability and collaborate with Product Engineering to implement design improvements that enhance quality cost and production performance.
- Support simulation and analysis activities including FEA and CFD studies to assess manufacturability and process performance.
- Participate in feasibility reviews lean workshops value engineering initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
- Contribute to process optimization projects focused on safety quality productivity and cost reduction.
- Document and apply lessons learned and best practices to future programs and manufacturing operations.
- Support launch activities through production ramp-up and handoff to the manufacturing organization.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
- 2-5 years of manufacturing and/or industrial engineering experience.
- Experience with:
- PFMEA
- Process Flow Development
- GD&T
- APQP methodologies
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced cross-functional environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship or transfer requirements.
- Experience in automotive manufacturing.
- Experience supporting new product launches and industrialization activities.
- Experience within battery systems electrification plastics processing molding assembly or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of DFM&A AutoCAD FEA and CFD analysis tools.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 automation robotics and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Career growth opportunities within a global mobility technology leader
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
At OPmobility people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams promoting diversity and equality and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives bold ideas and people who dare to move forward.
Innovation is therefore not a buzzword but a natural part of everyday work. Youll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies industrial excellence and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrows automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle OPmobility known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems the integration of complex modules technologies related to energy storage hydrogen and electrification and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With 11.5 billion in revenue infactories 40 R&D centers and nearly 38100 employees across 28 countries OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.
Required Experience:
IC