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When you join the Sandalwood team, you’ll join an engaging and inclusive group with a mission to help our customers identify, assess, and reduce work-related risks to quality, productivity, and employee health.

Sandalwood Engineering and Ergonomics is seeking an experienced Manufacturing/Process Engineer to support a comprehensive range of engineering activities across multiple facilities. This role will play a critical part in the full manufacturing lifecycle—from process design and equipment procurement through validation, launch, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will collaborate closely with design teams, global partners, and the Lead Engineer to ensure robust, efficient, and high-quality production processes.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering & Development

+ Develop, optimize, and document stable manufacturing processes.

+ Produce and maintain Process Flow Diagrams, work instructions, and SOPs.

+ Create and modify 2D/3D CAD drawings for tooling, fixtures, and layout designs.

+ Evaluate workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow for peak efficiency.

Equipment Procurement & Installation

+ Support schedule tracking and management for equipment design, build, and implementation.

+ Develop detailed equipment specifications based on product and safety requirements.

+ Oversee installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.

Process Validation & Quality Assurance

+ Contribute to the development and review of PFMEAs, Control Plans, SCCAF, Error Proofing Matrices, Reaction Plans, SPC plans, and other quality documentation.

+ Support execution of IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols and summary reports.

Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement

+ Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective/preventive actions.

+ Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, cost reduction, and waste elimination.

Product Launch Support

+ Provide on-the-floor support during pilot, pre-production, and ramp-up builds.

+ Identify and resolve manufacturing issues during launch activities.

+ Prepare and distribute daily metrics and progress reports.

Deliverables

+ Equipment specification packages

+ Procurement/installation project plans and status reports

+ Completed IQ/OQ/PQ validation documentation

+ Support PFMEA and Control Plan documentation

+ Version-controlled CAD drawings

+ Updated work instructions and SOPs

+ Root cause analysis reports

+ Launch progress and continuous improvement reports

Requirements

Education

+ Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Experience

+ 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.

+ Proven experience in process development, equipment procurement, and installation.

+ Experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) in a regulated industry preferred.

+ Hands-on involvement in new product launches from early concept to mass production.

Technical Skills

+ Proficiency with AutoCAD for 2D/3D drawings and layout development.

+ Strong capability in PFMEA development, Control Plans, and related quality methodologies.

+ Skilled in root cause analysis and problem-solving tools.

+ Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methods.

Travel

+ Travel is estimated at 25% on average, with up to 10% being international travel

+ During peak launch times, travel requirements may increase to up to 70%.

Additional Requirements

+ Ability to work on-site daily at designated automotive facilities.

+ Willingness and ability to travel extensively during peak launch phases.

+ Strong cross-functional communication skills, including coordination with global teams across time zones.

+ Ability to participate in daily project alignment check-ins and report directly to the Lead Engineer.

Benefits

+ Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

+ Retirement Plan (401k)

+ Profit Sharing

+ Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

+ Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)

+ Short Term & Long Term Disability

+ Training & Development