Manufacturing Engineer - Automotive - Agawam, MA

This Manufacturing Engineer role is focused on improving manufacturing processes, increasing efficiency, and supporting production performance within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. The position offers the opportunity to work on equipment optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, new product launches, and cross-functional engineering projects. Client Details Our client is a globally recognised manufacturer serving the automotive sector with highly engineered products used in demanding applications. The organisation is known for its commitment to operational excellence, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, maintaining a strong reputation within a competitive and technology-driven industry. With significant investment in manufacturing capabilities and employee development, the company provides engineers with the opportunity to work on impactful projects that directly influence plant performance, efficiency, and product quality. The business offers a collaborative environment where engineering professionals partner with production, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to deliver sustainable improvements and support long-term growth objectives. Description The Manufacturing Engineer will support production operations through process optimization, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will work closely with manufacturing, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance while supporting new product launches and capital investment projects. Analyze manufacturing processes and implement improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste, improve quality, and lower operating costs. Lead root cause investigations for equipment failures and production abnormalities, developing effective corrective and preventive actions. Support new product introductions, process validations, and production launches to ensure smooth implementation and operational readiness. Perform capacity planning, time studies, ROI analysis, and capital project support to optimise manufacturing resources and future growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety improvements, automation opportunities, equipment upgrades, training programmes, and continuous improvement projects. Profile The successful candidate will be a motivated manufacturing professional with strong analytical abilities and a passion for solving complex production challenges. They will possess a solid engineering foundation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while driving measurable improvements. A hands-on approach and eagerness to contribute to operational performance will be essential for success in this role. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within high-volume metalworking or automotive manufacturing environments. Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, equipment troubleshooting, and continuous improvement methodologies. Knowledge of CAD software, manufacturing processes, industrial equipment, and PLC programming or troubleshooting is highly desirable. Strong organisational, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Job Offer This opportunity provides the chance to join a respected manufacturing organisation with a strong culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will gain exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies, automation initiatives, and high-impact engineering projects while benefiting from excellent career development opportunities. Competitive compensation package with bonus potential. Comprehensive benefits, retirement programme, and employee development support. Exposure to capital projects, automation initiatives, and long-term career growth opportunities. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.