Manufacturing Production Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – Body Weld / Automation

Location: Princeton, IN
Company: K&K Technical Group
1519456
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Experience: 1–2 Years
Requisition: 1519456

Position Overview

K&K Technical Group is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support automotive manufacturing operations in Princeton, Indiana. This position will focus on manufacturing process planning, tooling design, robotic automation, equipment installation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automotive manufacturing, body welding operations, and equipment integration, along with strong technical and project coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing process plans and equipment specifications.

• Support the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment.

• Assist with body weld tooling, jigs, fixtures, and robotic automation systems.

• Coordinate equipment trials, testing, troubleshooting, and process improvements.

• Support new product launches and manufacturing equipment modifications.

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and equipment installation activities.

• Perform quality analysis and implement process improvements.

• Collaborate with engineering teams, equipment suppliers, and manufacturing personnel.

• Support cost reduction initiatives and manufacturing process optimization.

• Assist with automated guided vehicle (AGV) systems and material handling automation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• 1–2 years of hands-on manufacturing or automotive engineering experience.

• Experience with tooling design, welding fixtures, jigs, or body weld equipment.

• Knowledge of industrial robotics and automated manufacturing systems.

• Experience supporting equipment installation, troubleshooting, or new product launches.

• Familiarity with CATIA or CARROT3 modeling software.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive body welding or assembly operations.

• Experience with automated guided vehicles (AGVs).

• Knowledge of robotic welding systems and manufacturing automation.

• Experience with equipment procurement and vendor coordination.

• Previous project management or production engineering experience.

• Toyota manufacturing or production engineering experience.

Additional Information

• Work Location: Princeton, Indiana (On-Site)

• Contract Duration: 12 months with potential extension

• Overtime: Approximately 12%, based on business needs

• Travel: Approximately 10% domestic travel

• Schedule Flexibility: Must be available to support occasional weekends, holidays, and plant shutdowns for equipment installation or modification projects.

About K&K Technical Group

K&K Technical Group provides engineering, technical staffing, and workforce solutions to leading manufacturers. We connect talented professionals with opportunities to support innovative manufacturing projects and advance their careers.