What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer - Battery Management System position at Global Connect Technologies?
Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Holland, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time
Role Overview
We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, integrate, and optimize automation systems across plant operations. This role will lead automation initiatives, drive process improvements, and support data-driven manufacturing excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and integrate automation systems (Pick & Place, conveyors, bowl feeders, robotics)
- Lead equipment upgrades, modifications, and validation activities
- Support automation business cases and project justification
- Ensure maintenance, repair, and compliance with OEM standards
- Improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and productivity
- Apply A3, KT, DMAIC and structured problem-solving methods
- Track progress, analyze trends, and present performance reports
- Collaborate with cross-functional plant teams
Required Skills
- Automation design experience (robotics preferred)
- Hands-on robotics programming, troubleshooting, diagnostics
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Excel, and Minitab
- Strong analytical mindset and manufacturing problem-solving experience