Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Avancez Assembly may be the place for you. We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement. We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world-class service happens because of our capable and valued team members. Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team.
Manager of Engineering
About Voltava:
At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.
About the Role:
The engineering manager leads the engineering team to deliver, support and maintain effective and efficient production processes. Accountable to customer engineering requirements and specifications. Understand the leading indicators of each process that the manufacturing engineering will monitor and drive improvement. The engineering manager will calibrate and lead the engineering team on the current state of the operation and remove road blocks to ensure improved and stable performance.
What You’ll Do:
- Responsible in launch gates to evaluate for buyoff and transfer of processes and equipment.
- Develop engineering department and individual goals supporting annual operation’s group goals.
- Develop risk mitigation plans – engage with key Android personnel and suppliers to proactively identify critical risks.
- Develop a high-performance culture with an emphasis on innovation, continuous improvement, operations excellence and team member safety.
- Manage engineering budget, staffing, facility preparation and relevant assets as appropriate.
- Support cross functional commodity teams to empower our engineers across the globe to continued improvement and common methods.
- Provide leadership manufacturing engineering functions including process and layout design, maintenance, system and controls, facilitate Kaizen activities, quality support, ergonomics and safety.
- Review maintenance objectives regularly ensuring performance to targets and improvement.
- Ensure gage maintenance and calibrations are completed along with other requirements.
- Ensure the Engineering Change process is followed. Provide the discipline to use the process to plan and prepare for changes.
- Develop the leading indicators for each process to be monitored proactively.
- All other duties as assigned.
What You Need To Be Successful:
- High degree of organization skills in a highly complex environment.
- Technically competent in a wide variety of engineering areas.
- Team work and leading teams to a common goal that is achieved.
- Able to ask for help from valuable other facilities and headquarters resources.
- Practical experience leading engineering systems and tasks (APQP, PFMEA, plant layout, tooling & equipment maintenance, facility maintenance, etc.).
- Proven leadership skills and experience mentoring and developing staff.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Tact, a sense of urgency, and an overall customer satisfaction focus.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Travel:
- Minimal travel required
What We Offer:
We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.
Our Core Values:
Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.
- Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
- Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction.
- Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
- Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.
Together, we are Building A Better Everything.
Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.
Accessibility and Accommodations
Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Avancez Assembly is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- Experience leading engineering systems and tasks, including APQP, PFMEA, plant layout, tooling and equipment maintenance, and facility maintenance
- Proven leadership skills and experience mentoring and developing staff
- Technical competence across a wide variety of engineering areas
- Ability to lead teams toward common goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer skills and expert knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Organization, time management, multitasking, and attention to detail
- Customer satisfaction focus, tact, and sense of urgency
What We Do
Avancez: Advance; Progress; Move Forward. This is what our team is doing, as we focus on creative complex modular assembly solutions, and we manage integrated global supply chain needs for our customers. Avancez assembles power train, chassis, and tire and wheel modules, all in vehicle sequence and just-in-time to our customers’ build broadcasts. We provide integrated ordering, containerization, and logistics services while interacting with the dynamic global supply chain. Our business is fast paced and exciting, and we are looking for people who are interested in joining a company that is on the brink of something extraordinary. Our team has depth and knowledge, and we are creating a new and better way to deliver our customers the service and solutions they yearn for. Joining the Avancez team would mean being a part of a group of innovative people who care deeply for one another and want to make a difference together. If you have the drive and enthusiasm to join a team that will have real impact in the marketplace, please send your resume to [email protected]. We are always interested in talking with engaging and talented people, and we might have a place for you as we advance, progress, and move forward. All the Best, Kathryn Nichols, CEO
