ZF LIFETEC · 20 hours ago
Engineering Lead/Supervisor - Manufacturing Engineering
Mesa, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expZF LIFETEC is a leader in automotive safety technology with over 60 years of innovation. They are seeking an Engineering Lead/Supervisor to oversee engineering projects, manage Machine Shop operations, and lead a team of engineers while ensuring the continuous improvement of processes.
Automotive
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Oversee daily Machine Shop operations, including workflow prioritization, equipment utilization, and continuous process improvements
Manage MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) activities, ensuring availability of critical spare parts, supplies, and equipment to support uninterrupted operations
Coordinate cross-functional efforts between engineering teams, Project Technicians, and production
Serves as a primary liaison between other departments, divisions and business units
Supervises manufacturing engineers and several indirect labor groups
Typically reports to the Engineering Manager and works to achieve overall objectives, while reviewing team performance, and ensuring cost-effectiveness of operations
Estimates number of employees needed and schedules work to meet completion deadline and technical specifications
Responsible for assigning responsibilities, and tracking project progress up to completion
Provides input to management for continuous improvement programs and business unit directives
Also has responsibility for completing performance reviews for direct reports
May act as back-up for Head of Maintenance/Engineering Manager
Directs multi-functional teams to attain department goals consistent with cost, quality, safety and delivery requirements
Interfaces with internal support groups to ensure timely completion of engineering builds and tests
Demonstrates strong manufacturing and business knowledge
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required
8 – 10 years of advanced engineering and project management experience in the automotive industry, with supervisory experience preferred
Computer skills
Proven communication skills
Proven leadership abilities
Expert-level knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within Engineering; Experience with customer communication systems
Extensive experience with engineering change systems
Extensive experience with product design/development processes
Expert-level knowledge of company products and services acquired through experience and training
Expert-level understanding of engineering techniques and principles
Must have hand dexterity at moderate speed with accuracy for half of each day
Requires steady, active effort and continuous walking
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work in all areas of the plant
U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident Status Required
Preferred
Master's Degree strongly preferred
4 years as a Manufacturing Engineer or similar preferred
Welding (resistance, laser, friction, GMAW)
Gas filling
Pyrotechnics
Crimping/roll forming
High volume automotive assembly operations
Lean Manufacturing
FMEA Assessments
Project management
Benefits
Relocation assistance is not available.
Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.
Company
ZF LIFETEC
ZF LIFETEC employs around 36,000 people at a total of 51 locations in 22 countries in Europe, North and South America and Asia.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase