• Assembly Conveyance Production Engineer

    Actalent (Georgetown, KY)


    Job Title: Assembly Conveyance Production Engineer

     

    Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

    Job Description

    The role involves the introduction of new models for logistics pilots, including dock layout, parts list confirmation, packaging confirmation, dolly design, and confirmation. The engineer will communicate with pilot assembly and conveyance to ensure efficient process setup. Responsibilities include mass production conveyance and logistics engineering, dock layout changes, equipment modifications, and delivery systems kaizen, focusing on safety and KANBAN. The engineer will also handle automation and innovation for material handling, benchmarking, capital planning, cost management, project planning and implementation, and conveyance training and handover.

    Responsibilities

    + Introduce new model logistics pilot, including dock layout and packaging confirmation.

    + Ensure efficient setup by communicating with pilot assembly and conveyance.

    + Manage mass production conveyance and logistics, including dock layout changes and equipment modifications.

    + Implement delivery systems improvements with a focus on safety and KANBAN.

    + Lead automation and innovation initiatives for material handling.

    + Contribute to plant PIV working group input and action implementation.

    + Implement PIV x pedestrian separation countermeasures and standards for PIVs.

    + Draft logistics budget for new models.

    + Order, procure, and install material handling equipment for conveyance groups.

    + Participate in cross-functional working groups for delivery efficiency.

    + Lead weekly meetings for open item discussions and support dock layout and route delivery.

    + Implement kaizen for delivery systems.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical degree.

    + Experience with equipment design or modifications, technical specifications, and conveyance equipment implementation.

    + Experience with new equipment installation and old equipment demolition.

    + Knowledge of equipment manufacturers (domestic and overseas) for logistics and automation installations.

    + Familiarity with manufacturing plant systems for regional compliance.

    + Experience leading and coordinating productivity and cost-related project activities.

    + Proficiency in creating and managing budgets, including cost analysis and bid packages.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience in automotive assembly plant.

    + Knowledge of model changes and vehicle structure.

    + Experience with PLC and human-machine interface.

    + Proficiency in writing procedures for shop level standards.

    + Experience with manual and autonomous logistics systems.

    + Experience with robot system design and installation.

    + Experience with vision systems and automated barcode detection applications.

    + Experience managing shop space allocation and plant processing layout.

    Work Environment

    The assembly environment is highly automated and involves extensive use of vision systems and inspection. The role requires spending 75% of the time on the production floor. We offer two weeks of PTO, two weeks of paid shutdown, and nine paid holidays per year. There are opportunities for full-time positions due to several large projects over the next few years.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $50.00/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 Georgetown,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.