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Key Responsibilities
- Develop and support the design of exterior components and assemblies from concept through production using CAD. Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, and manufacturability requirements.
- Manage the release of production-ready parts, drawings, and Bills of Material (BOM) through PLM systems such as Teamcenter while supporting program milestones and engineering documentation.
- Work closely with suppliers on feasibility, design for manufacturing (DFM), tooling development, and technical reviews to ensure parts meet cost, quality, and timing targets.
- Support validation activities including DVP&R development, testing coordination, and design verification to ensure components meet durability, fit, finish, and performance standards.
- Partner with Styling, Studio, Manufacturing Engineering, CAE, and Program Management teams to ensure exterior components align with vehicle styling intent and production requirements.
- Support DFMEA development and manage engineering changes (ECR/ECO) to resolve design issues and improve product quality throughout the development cycle.
- Provide engineering support during prototype builds, pilot builds, and production launch to address fit, finish, and assembly concerns.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–8+ years of experience in automotive exterior trim design, development, or release engineering.
- Experience using CATIA V5/V6, or similar CAD software for 3D modeling and design development.
- Understanding of plastic injection molding, composite materials, tooling development, and painted exterior components.
- Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, and PPAP processes.
- Familiarity with automotive regulatory requirements such as NHTSA and FMVSS related to exterior vehicle components.
Job Title: Automotive Training and Development Consultant
Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of extension)
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Client is looking for an Automotive Training & Development Consultant located in the Detroit, Michigan area.
This position is responsible for analysis, research, development and delivery of manufacturing processes and technical launch training with on-site support to OEM vehicle assembly plants in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Roles and responsibilities include:
- Provide on-site training and support at each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants
- Instruct and consult plant process and repair personnel to improve their understanding of the vehicle and its highly intricate and interconnected systems and subsystems
- Present and demonstrate efficient and effective methods of diagnosing and correcting vehicle assembly, vehicle electrical systems and sub-system deficiencies
- Conduct root cause analysis to accurately identify the cause(s) of assembly and vehicle deficiencies
- Act as the training liaison between product/manufacturing engineering and general assembly by creating, designing and developing training materials related to vehicle assembly process, electrical harness manufacture, vehicle electrical system architectures and schematics
- Communicate and share lessons learned, developed training materials and information gathered in support of one plant project with remaining plants on a timely basis
- Analyze and identify future training needs for each of the OEM vehicle assembly plants
- Support and participate in plant launch meetings and provide training reports to Raytheon management, the OEM management and OEM launch teams
- Interface with engineering, component suppliers and vendors to validate and develop training materials for the manufacturing process, vehicle and vehicle electrical sub-systems prior to the Start of Regular Production (SORP)
- Research and compile manufacturing processes and technical information to be included in training course materials, such as, but not limited to engineering schematics, work in process service information, engineering documents, engineering math data and manufacturing reports
Required Skills:
- Minimum four years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor
- Demonstrated knowledge of automotive systems from an advanced diagnostics perspective
- Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing tracking and reporting systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of OEM manufacturing dynamic vehicle testing systems
- Ability to develop professional training materials using pre-launch documents
- Ability to read and interpret a digital multimeter, OEM diagnostic scan tool and other automotive related diagnostic test equipment
- Ability to effectively conduct one-on-one and group presentations Ability to interpret early engineering level electrical schematic diagrams
- Ability to read OEM supplier electrical harness prints
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Extensive travel flexibility. Upward of 75% travel, depending upon launch
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- ASE certifications
- Demonstrated presentation skills delivering process and technical training
- Automotive technical assistance center experience
Required Education:
- Associate's degree or Certificate in Automotive Technology, engineering or other related discipline
- High school diploma with eight years of experience as an automotive instructional designer, training developer, automotive instructor and/or manufacturing instructor may be considered in lieu of an associate’s degree
Description
Looking for a job that can grow into a lifelong career?
At Lactalis USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed.
Lactalis is the world leader in dairy-a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Every day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together every day.
In the US, we offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with sour cream and a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.
At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We're building a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.
Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us make an impact.
From your PASSION to ours
Do you have curiosity of how things work? Do you love to solve problems and continuously improve? As a Packaging System Engineer (SE) in our Reed City, MI yogurt plant, you will take ownership of your assigned filling and packaging systems and work with the team to continuously improve performance. You will provide technical leadership for the equipment and processes on your systems. The SE is responsible to identify, develop, and lead execution of solutions for performance improvements and capacity solutions through strong business partnership, strategic productivity, and continuous improvement efforts.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key Accountabilities
- Demonstrate clear understanding and execution of human and food safety practices in food manufacturing plant
- Demonstrate expertise in manufacturing information systems, quality metrics, analysis methods and procedures
- Leverage and advance system capability through people, process and technology
- Lead and support technical improvements on your systems
- Coach and provide technical expertise on problem solving and continuous improvement activities
- Provide leadership support for Technical Resources (including maintenance technicians, controls TECHs, etc.)
- Identify, vet and implement productivity solutions on your assigned lines.
- Partner with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Engineering/Maintenance to drive system improvements & reduce losses
- Lead development of future state of your systems and provide technical expertise in development of improvement plan
- Develop and champion a system vision, technical road map and capital needs to support Long Range Plan for your systems.
Requirements
From your STORY to ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Ag/Food Process Engineering or related degree with extensive food manufacturing experience
- Strong interpersonal skills, effective written and oral communications, strong listening skills, strong coaching/teaching skills.
- Ability to learn quickly and curious to dig into challenges to identify and correct root cause.
- Demonstrated technical leadership, adaptability, analytical and problem-solving skills, decision making, troubleshooting, communications, team management, and human relations skills
- Strong ability to interact with operators and mechanics as well as other departments in the plant and at corporate.
- Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction
- Have excellent organization, problem solving, communication, and team leadership skills
- Have ability to multi-task, prioritize your work and make data driven decisions
- Ability to read and develop equipment and process flow diagrams
- Ability to work well with computer Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Have a working knowledge of plant manufacturing, engineering, quality, and research functions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years in relevant food manufacturing with Engineering experience
- Experience working in dairy manufacturing.
- Experience with food packaging materials
- Strong Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude
At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.
Who we are:
LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering IT talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America to meet their engineering resource challenges.
This is a full-time direct position.
Our client in Troy, MI is seeking an Account Manager to manage strategic relationships with automotive OEM customers and drive business growth for our portfolio of automotive audio systems, antennas, and cable solutions.
The role is responsible for RFQ management, commercial negotiations, and customer coordination throughout the program lifecycle, acting as the main interface between the customer and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop relationships with assigned automotive customers worldwide.
- Act as the primary commercial contact for all customer-related matters.
- Lead the RFQ (Request for Quotation) and offer preparation process in coordination with engineering and program teams.
- Negotiate pricing, development costs, tooling investments, and commercial terms within internal guidelines.
- Coordinate customer meetings, kick-off meetings, and program reviews.
- Monitor program milestones including SOP (Start of Production) and EOP (End of Production).
- Support business development activities and identify opportunities for new programs.
- Prepare sales forecasts, budgets, and customer portfolio analysis.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Automotive-related field.
- 5-10+ years of experience in automotive sales or key account management with experience selling automotive electronics, connectivity, or audio systems.
- Experience working with automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and customer management skills.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and international environment.
- Proficiency in CRM/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
Job ID: 516974
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and integrating all non-production support functions that are essential to the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of the plant. This role has direct ownership of site-level performance in quality, safety, engineering, processing, mix operations, and tooling. The Manufacturing Manager partners closely with production leadership to drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory and corporate compliance, and support operational excellence across all manufacturing processes.
Job Location
- This is an onsite role based in Flint, MI
Job Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and tactical leadership to site-level quality, safety, engineering, processing, mix, and tooling teams
- Ensure alignment with corporate policies, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Develop and maintain systems that support product quality, workplace safety, and process capability
- Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across all support functions
- Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions for quality and safety incidents
- Oversee the development and control of mix formulations, process parameters, and tooling readiness to support production needs
- Support the introduction of new products, processes, and technologies, ensuring smooth integration into existing operations
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment and tooling are optimized for performance, reliability, and safety
- Identify and implement processing improvements to reduce waste, improve product quality, and enhance workplace safety
- Lead or support kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other lean manufacturing initiatives
- Monitor key performance indicators and drive data-based decision-making across support functions
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline
- Ensure full compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain audit readiness and lead internal and external audits related to quality, safety, and environmental compliance
- Develop and enforce risk mitigation strategies to reduce operational, environmental, and safety risks
- Promote a proactive safety culture through training, engagement, and visible leadership
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field required
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience in managing or collaborating with quality, safety and engineering functions
- Strong knowledge or lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma tools, and quality management systems
- Familiarity with OSHA and other regulatory frameworks
- Effective leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred)
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $90,000 – $100,000 per year
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Dental and vision coverage
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to lead cost estimating efforts for complex mechanical construction projects. This role is responsible for developing accurate, competitive estimates for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems while supporting preconstruction strategy and project success.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and leadership capability, with the ability to mentor junior estimators and collaborate effectively across engineering and project management teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets for mechanical systems
- Review drawings, specifications, and design documents
- Identify risks and provide value-engineering recommendations
- Mentor junior estimators and review their work
- Collaborate with engineering and project management teams during bid development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)
- 3–5+ years of experience as a mechanical estimator in the construction industry
- In-depth knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems
- Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a respected mechanical construction organization with a strong regional presence
- Competitive salary
- Supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation.
This off-shift position is located within our Plant 3 – Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.
Job Roles
- Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
- Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
- Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
- Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
- Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
- Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the “why” behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
- Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
- Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a “finger on the pulse” of what occurs within the plant
- Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement
Responsibilities
- Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
- Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
- Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
- Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
- Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
- Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
- Schedules production and work teams.
- Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
- Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
- Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
- Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
- Maintains inventories, as applicable.
- Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
- Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
- Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc.).
- Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
- Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
- Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
- Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
- Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
- Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years leadership experience.
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented.
- Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.
About Us
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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Company Description
Old Mission Ascend Partners (OMAP) empowers elite clinicians to build prosperity by providing an innovative "Business-in-a-Box" framework for launching and scaling Micro-MSOs. As the venture arm of the Old Mission ecosystem, OMAP removes the traditional barriers of launching a private practice by offering a vertically integrated support system. This includes clinical protocols, proprietary technology, lead generation, SEO assets, and access to top-tier regenerative biologics. With a mission to enable clinicians to own 100% of their practices and focus on care, OMAP drives the future of Sovereign Medicine with tools like seed funding and startup capital. Located in Traverse City, MI, OMAP is committed to providing the foundation for clinicians’ entrepreneurial success.
Managing Director | Old Mission Ascend Partners (OMAP)
Location: Traverse City, MI (Hybrid/Regional)
Experience: 7+ Years in Healthcare Business Development / MSO Management Background: Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) with Ortho or ER Experience
The "Un-Job" for the "Un-Clinician"
If you are looking for a comfortable, 9-to-5 clinical management role at a regional health system, close this tab now.
We are Old Mission Ascend Partners (OMAP), and we are built for the clinician who is tired of being a "line item" on a hospital's balance sheet. We have built the "Growth Engine for Independent Practice"; a Micro-MSO startup designed to liberate clinicians from the grind of a 'job'. We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to serve as the Managing Director (Founder) of our Traverse City startup spoke.
This is a Leadership mandate. We need an Ortho-trained proceduralist or an ER clinician who is addicted to high-stakes execution, unfazed by the chaos of a startup, and ready to build a business unit from a blank sheet of paper.
The Mission: Founder & General
As the Managing Director, you are the "Founder" of this Spoke. You aren't just managing a clinic; you are launching a high-margin business unit. You will leverage the "Shared Services" of our Hub (Payroll, Logistics, Tech) to remain lean while scaling at speed.
- Build the Engine: Personally architect and execute the sales strategy to recruit independent clinicians into the OMAP ecosystem.
- Protocol Enforcement: Ensure every partner adheres to our clinical and operational blueprints to maintain ecosystem integrity.
- P&L Ownership: Maintain total responsibility for the OMAP bottom line, managing expenses and maximizing revenue.
- The 60/40 Rule: Drive the unit to hit specific revenue targets where 60% goes to the provider and 40% remains for Spoke OpEx and Hub Fees.
Who You Are (The DNA)
- The Clinical Pedigree: You are a PA or NP with deep roots in Orthopedics or Emergency Medicine. You understand procedural medicine, you make decisions in seconds, and you don't flinch under pressure.
- The Track Record: You have 7+ years in healthcare business development or medical group operations, with a proven history of managing a P&L of at least $5M+ TCV.
- Startup Soul: You aren't afraid of failure—you’re afraid of being average. You see "limitless potential" in building something that disrupts the legacy Fee-For-Service model.
- Radical Transparency: You lead with the data. You build trust through unvarnished, honest communication with partners and staff.
The Payoff (70/30 Profit Participation)
We don’t believe in salary caps for founders.
- Base Salary: $140,000
- The Profit Pool: Once the Spoke is profitable (covering all OpEx and Hub Fees), 70% of the remaining Net Profit goes into the Spoke Performance Pool.
- The Managing Director Share: You earn a 20% share of that 70% pool.
- The Traction Multiplier: Execute your "Rocks" at a 90%+ completion rate, and your payout is multiplied by 1.1x.
- The Upside: Annual variable compensation is uncapped, up to 100% of your Base Salary.
The Benefits
- Unlimited PTO: We measure profitability and outcomes, not "clock-in" time.
- Elite Coverage: 100% medical/dental/vision premiums for the employee; 50% for dependents.
- 401(k) Match: Up to 4% company match.
- Professional Development: A dedicated budget for entrepreneurial leadership and MSO training.
Do you have the stomach to build something from scratch in Traverse City? Apply Now.
Pay: $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Prefer Traverse City, MI and open to Michigan and other states.
A prominent manufacturing company in the Metro Detroit area is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Designer to join their team. This is a direct hire position! The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for managing design engineering projects and supporting the planning and development of design capacities and capabilities at the company. This role involves overseeing mechanical design planning and implementation, ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, and job order requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Direct and coordinate mechanical design planning and implementation, ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, and job order requirements
- Create final designs of proposed drawings, checking dimensions, sizes, equipment lists, and specifications utilizing CAD software
- Provide expertise and guidance in identifying, analyzing, and resolving mechanical design problems
- Generate conceptual designs for assigned projects
- Maintain up-to-date mechanical engineering knowledge and stay informed about industry trends and best practices
- Collaborate with department supervisors to ensure the feasibility of designs and available resources to support them
- Direct, review, and approve project designs and manufacturing process planning
- Support the improvement of manufacturing capabilities and capacities
- Conduct designer performance reviews in accordance with HR policies
- Consult with clients to prepare project specifications
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Education Requirements: Technical diploma with a minimum of five years of management experience in a design engineering role.
- Preferred Education: Engineering degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. P.Eng designation and PMP Designation are assets.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in a related role.
Additional Skills/Software:
- Experience with automotive interior manufacturing equipment.
- Familiarity with automation and Robotics integration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software.
- CAD software proficiency, including Catia CAD and SolidWorks CAD.
- Experience with MS Project and MS Visio.
Department: Office of Programs
Reports To: President
FLSA: Salary - Exempt
Prepared By: Human Resources
Prepared: December 2025
Position Overview
The Head of Programs for leading the office of programs consisting of the team responsible to implement projects from inception through the entire lifecycle. The Head of programs establishes the methodology and standardize processes to manage project and program data utilize in planning, execution, and delivery of defense-related projects from concept development through the entire product life cycle. This role oversees the individuals leading the implementation of projects. This person ensures cross-functional accountability to schedule, cost, technical, and quality performance while maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal cross-functional teams. The Head of Programs will provide process direction, monitor and develop project managers and work closely with engineering, manufacturing, finance, quality, and supply chain groups ensuring program success in a dynamic, small-company environment.
Key Responsibilities
Establish Standardized Program Management System
* Develop methods, procedures, tools, and data sharing necessary to meet program lifecycle objectives
* Assure project management continuity across all programs. Facilitate clear communication to stakeholders and oversee the planning coordination between departments.
Program Leadership & Execution
* Lead all phases of program management including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and execution.
* Develop and maintain detailed program plans, Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), and performance metrics.
* Ensure all program requirements are met in accordance with contract, technical specifications, and regulatory standards.
Customer & Stakeholder Management
* Serve as primary point-of-contact for government customers and prime contractors.
* Assure continuity between company financial forecasts and program deliverables.
* Assure project managers compliance to FAR, DFAR, security and customer contract and security rules, regulations, and directives.
* Manage client expectations, provide regular program status updates, and support contract reviews, audits, and meetings (IPTs, PMRs, PDRs, CDRs, etc.).
* Build strong relationships to support long-term business growth.
Financial & Contract Management
* Assure project managers manage budgets, forecasts, cost tracking, and Earned Value Management (if applicable). Provide oversite and mentoring to develop the project managers and assure customer satisfaction.
* Identify scope changes, lead change proposal efforts, and ensure documentation aligns with FAR/DFARS standards.
* Ensure program profitability and alignment with business objectives.
Technical & Manufacturing Coordination
* Collaborate closely with engineering teams to translate customer requirements into actionable technical plans.
* Support manufacturing by coordinating technical data, production schedules, configuration management, and quality assurance needs.
* Monitor engineering and manufacturing progress, resolving issues that impact cost, schedule, or performance.
Risk Management & Compliance
* Manage the risk management process on programs.
* Assure issues are addressed in a timely manner.
* Ensure compliance with ITAR, export controls, security requirements, and company policies on all programs.
* Support internal and external audits as needed.
Qualifications
Required
* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, or related field.
* 4+ years of program or project management experience in aerospace/defense, engineering, or manufacturing environments.
* Understanding of DoD program requirements, contracting (FAR/DFARS), and government customer expectations.
* Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
* Experience managing cross-functional technical teams.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
Preferred
* PMP or DAU/Defense Acquisition credentials.
* Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
* Familiarity with manufacturing operations, configuration management, and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, etc.).
* Experience delivering hardware-based systems or components to defense customers.
Horstman Inc. US is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a government contractor. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or other category protected by law.