Lean Machining Industrialization Engineer — Automotive Driveline jobs in United States
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GKN Automotive · 2 days ago

Lean Machining Industrialization Engineer — Automotive Driveline

positionMebane, NC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

GKN Automotive is the global leader in driveline systems, equipping over 90% of the world’s carmakers with driveline technology. They are seeking a Lean Machining Industrialization Engineer to industrialize CNC machining with speed, discipline, and creativity.

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Responsibilities

Design and refine production systems, fixtures, and CNC programs for robust capability
Establish FTF measurement practices and develop complete PPAP documentation
Influence product design for manufacturability and cost efficiency
Conduct inspections, lead structured problem solving, and drive engineering improvements
Leverage data to optimize cycle times, reduce waste, and stabilize processes
Manage small-scale projects end-to-end, coordinating suppliers and subcontractors
Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental standards
Share best practices and promote continuous learning across the team

Qualification

CNC machining expertiseLean manufacturing principlesGD&TData analyticsProject managementContinuous improvementSupplier coordination5 Why analysisAPQPPPAP

Required

Bachelor's in Engineering (or equivalent)
5–6 years in manufacturing/process engineering
Experience in design, development, and specification of processes/equipment
Track record in project scheduling, cost control, and budgeting
GD&T, Mechanical Design & Engineering
APQP, PPAP
Project Management
5 Why (root cause analysis)
Lean Manufacturing principles in a production environment

Preferred

CNC machining process expertise
Lean/continuous improvement and change management experience
Data analytics and process optimization
Supplier/subcontractor coordination

Company

GKN Automotive

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GKN Automotive is an automotive engineering and manufacturing company.
dateFounded in 1759
location
Birmingham, Birmingham, GBR
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.gknautomotive.com/

H1B Sponsorship

GKN Automotive has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (15)
2024 (3)
2023 (7)
2022 (8)
2021 (9)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
2022-10-18Grant

Leadership Team

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Angela Brown
Human Resources Business Partner
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Bailey Woelpper, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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