Manufacturing Simulation Process Engineer

Job Title: Simulation Process Engineer

Job Description

This position involves conducting throughput analysis and simulation for new vehicle programs using Process Simulation or Throughput Simulation software through all stages of the Global Vehicle Development Process (GVDP). The role requires collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) centers to design and optimize current and future manufacturing systems, and to support plant throughput improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Implement simulation deliverables for assigned new or major vehicle programs.
• Conduct experiments and analyses, interpret results, and generate standard reports.
• Respond to throughput simulation requests from designated manufacturing facilities.
• Support ME innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Extract necessary inputs from Manufacturing Planning and Engineering documents.
• Collaborate with Execution and Process Leads to support the total plant throughput strategy.
• Utilize and contribute to the improvement of standardized work processes.
• Participate in the approval process for validating and refreshing Phase 0 Data Sets.
• Occasional travel (5%) is required.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• Basic knowledge of GMS principles and concepts applicable to throughput requirements.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and assignments across plants.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Skills in continuous improvement processes.

Work Environment

The role requires occasional travel, approximately 5% of the time. The work involves dealing with manufacturing processes and collaborating with various teams to enhance plant throughput strategies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Warren, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $41 - $45