Plant 3 Industrial Engineer 2026

Industrial Engineer

Position Overview

Nexteer is seeking a highly motivated results-driven professional with a strong sense of ownership a positive attitude and a passion for leading change. This role operates within a manufacturing environment and partners closely with Manufacturing Engineering Operations and UAW-represented employees to improve operational efficiency optimize cycle times enhance job design and refine plant layout.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and mitigate ergonomic health and safety risks within assigned areas
• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive continuous improvement strategies
• Manage manpower planning and forecasting activities to support operational needs
• Analyze value streams using the Manufacturing System Design (MSD) Excel simulation tool and other analytical methods to prioritize improvement initiatives
• Drive implementation of process improvements by collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment and effective execution
• Apply Nexteer Production System standards leveraging Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Ensure standardized work processes material handling systems buffer strategies and facility layouts remain efficient and adaptable to changing conditions and customer requirements
• Monitor equipment and operator performance to maintain standard production rates and troubleshoot issues as needed
• Maintain and update all process documentation including MSD simulation models standardized work instructions part routings and department layouts
• Develop and optimize material handling systems including packaging approval and rack/conveyor design within manufacturing cells
• Partner with product line teams to evaluate the operational impact of future programs
• Collaborate with Central Engineering to support the successful launch of new programs

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field required

Experience:
23 years of manufacturing experience preferred

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CAD software
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
• Demonstrated ability to apply structured problem-solving methodologies
• Physical Requirements:
• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization. Do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship entry of Nexteer as the immigration employer of record on a government form and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g. H1-B OPT STEM OPT CPT TN J-1 etc.)

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

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About Nexteer

Nexteer Automotive is a global leader in advanced steering and motion control systems enabling intuitive safe and comfortable mobility for drivers around the world. Our innovative product portfolio includes Electric Power Steering (EPS) Steer-by-Wire Driveline and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies that support electrification software-defined vehicles and autonomous driving.

With approximately 13000 employees and operations in more than 20 manufacturing plants and multiple technical centers globally Nexteer partners with nearly every major global and regional automotive manufacturer.

Employment Agencies

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Nexteer Automotive or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed Nexteer Automotive Agency Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered Nexteer Automotive property and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.

Please note agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by a member of Nexteers Human Resources team. No other Nexteer employee is authorized to bind Nexteer to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an agency.