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We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer within our Engineering team to help support our Automotivebusiness. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

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Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of advanced manufacturing processes supporting automotive seating systems. This role requires a technical leader who can drive automation initiatives, mentor engineering teams, and deliver world-class manufacturing solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and profitability.

The idóneo candidate will have extensive experience in automotive manufacturing environments with a strong background inautomation development and implementation, in-seat pneumatic massage systems,DC motors,solenoids,pumps, and related electromechanical products used in automotive seating and motion applications. This individual will serve as a key member of cross-functional program teams, influencing product and process design decisions from concept through launch while championing operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership

Provide engineering leadership for the development, launch, and optimization of manufacturing processes across multiple product lines.

Mentor and coach manufacturing engineers, technicians, and production teams on best practices in process design, automation, problem solving, and lean manufacturing.

Lead cross-functional teams during new product launches, process improvements, and capital investment projects.

Serve as the subject matter expert for manufacturing technologies related to automotive seating comfort systems and electromechanical assemblies.

Manufacturing Process Development

Design, develop, validate, and implement robust manufacturing processes for automotive seating components and assemblies.

Lead process planning activities including:

Manufacturing Bill of Materials (MBOM)

Process Flow Development

PFMEA

Control Plans

Work Instructions

Capacity Analysis

Cycle Time Optimization

Develop plant layouts, workstation designs, material flow strategies, and ergonomic solutions to support efficient production operations.

Establish process standards and manufacturing specifications to ensure repeatable, high-quality production.

Lead the specification, design, procurement, installation, and validation of automated manufacturing equipment.

Drive implementation of advanced automation technologies including:





Robotic and servo-controlled assembly systems

Vision systems

Automated testing equipment

Management of the Fabrication of Urethane Bladders (not including the manufacture of the Urethane material itself).

RF Welding andcomplex Air Bladder RF Welding

Automated material handling solutions

Partner with controls engineers, machine builders, and suppliers to develop innovative manufacturing solutions.

Support the quoting process through the development of cost assumptions for manufacturing process.

Support Industry 4.0 initiatives through data collection, process monitoring, and manufacturing system integration.

Provide manufacturing expertise for products incorporating:

Pneumaticin-seatMassage Systemsincluding urethane bladder assemblies,pumps, solenoids, and ECUs

Lumbar Systems including urethane bladder assemblies,pumps and solenoid valves

DC motors

Electromechanical Actuators

Automotive comfort and Seating system assembly

Collaborate with product engineering teams to ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability, quality, reliability, and cost.

Continuous ImprovementDeliverables

Lead Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence initiatives.

Drive improvements in:

OEE

Labor productivity

Scrap reduction

Cycle time reduction

Throughput improvement

Cost reduction

Equipment reliability

Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies including:

Root Cause Analysis

8D

DMAIC

Kaizen

Statistical Analysis

Program & Project Management

Manage manufacturing engineering activities for new product launches and major process changes.

Develop project timelines, budgets, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.

Ensure Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Manufacturing Change Requests (MCRs) are properly evaluated, approved, and implemented.

Lead capital equipment projects from concept through production handoff.

Safety & Compliance

Champion a safety-first culture and ensure manufacturing processes comply with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Conduct risk assessments and implement engineering controls to eliminate hazards.

Ensure compliance with customer, quality, and industry standards.

Required Qualifications
Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Master's Degree is preferred.

Experience

8+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Automotive products.





Proven experience leading manufacturing process development and equipment implementation projects.

Demonstrated success implementing automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Experience with new product introduction (NPI) and launch management.

Technical Expertise
Strong experience in one or more of the following:

Pneumaticin-seatmassage systems

Air pumps and pneumatic controls

DC motor manufacturing and assembly

Solenoid manufacturing and assembly

Automotive comfort systems

Electromechanical assemblies

Automated assembly equipment

Leak testing and functional testing systems

Manufacturing Systems Knowledge
Experience with:

PFMEA

Control Plans

Process Flow Development

SPC

MSA

APQP

PPAP

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma methodologies

MES systems

ERP systems (D365 preferred)

PLM/PDM systems

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Strong technical leadership and decision-making capabilities.

Ability to influence without direct authority across engineering, operations, quality, maintenance, and program management teams.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills.

Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to execution.

Ability to build credibility with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Passion for developing people and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within automotive seating, comfort systems, or interior components manufacturing.

Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Experience with robotics, vision systems, and advanced automation platforms.

Experience launching products across multiple global manufacturing sites.

Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and smart factory technologies.

Our Values
Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.

Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.

Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You
We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture, processes and practices promote equal opportunity for all. Join us!

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

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