Heat Treatment Manufacturing Engineer (Ohio)
Core
Specify, procure, qualify, and implement heat treatment and metallurgical processing equipment (carburizing, vacuum carburizing, induction hardening, shot peening, laser welding) for gears and transmission/axle components.
Role type
Manufacturing Engineer (Heat Treatment & Metallurgical Processing)
Builds
Heat treatment lines and metallurgical processing systems for powertrain components
Domain
Automotive manufacturing / Powertrain / Metallurgy
Required skills
Equipment specification and procurement, Project lifecycle management (RFQ to commissioning), CAPEX budget control, Supplier contract management, Process documentation (PFMEA, Control Plans), Cross-functional stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Vacuum carburizing experience, ISO 9001/IATF 16949 familiarity, Automotive powertrain manufacturing experience, Materials Science background
Technologies
AutoCAD, Minitab, Statistical tools
Responsibilities
Lead equipment acquisition from technical specification to installation and start-up; Manage supplier contracts and ensure adherence to technical specs; Develop standardized engineering solutions for ergonomics and safety; Coordinate manpower planning for skilled trades; Prepare executive status reports on cost, schedule, and quality; Travel 50-75% to Ohio for onsite installation and commissioning.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC (via careerplan.io/jobs/563568453684016-heat-treatment-manufacturing-engineer-ohio-at-ford)