Leads manufacturing process design, optimization, automation, cost reduction, capital equipment projects, APQP product launches, and cross-functional initiatives across assembly, machining, painting, material handling, and printing. Applies quality Core Tools, develops Creo models and tooling designs, supports production performance, and manages project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Department: Manufacturing Engineering
Location: Gastonia, NC
Reports To: Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance
Employment Type: Full-Time
No visa sponsorship available for this position
About Stabilus
Stabilus is a global leader in motion control solutions — gas springs, dampers, and electromechanical drives — with 8,000+ employees across 45 locations worldwide.
Role Overview
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer develops, and optimizes processes across assembly, machining, painting, material handling, and printing. This role drives continuous improvement, supports APQP product launches, and implements automation to enhance productivity, quality, and cost performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead large scale cost savings initiativesfrom inception through implementation
- Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for assembly, CNC machining, painting/coating, material handling, and printing operations.
- Leadcapital equipment justification, procurement, installation, andqualification..
- Identify and implement automation solutions to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance ergonomics on the production floor.
- Lead cross-functional projects from initiation through completion, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment.
- Apply Core Tools (PFMEA, MSA, SPC, PPAP) to ensure product quality and process capability requirements are consistently met.
- Develop and maintain 3D models, engineering drawings, and tooling designs using PTC Creo.
- Lead and support APQP activities, including PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams
- Track and report on cost savings projects to supportStabilusUS cost reduction targets.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanicalor ElectricalEngineeringfrom an accredited university.
- Provenproject leadershipskills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams, timelines, and deliverables from concept through completion.
- Minimum 6years of manufacturing engineering experience in a precision manufacturing or automotive/industrial environment.
- Knowledge of IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Demonstrated experience withAPQPand full product launch cycle support.
- Working knowledge ofCore Tools: PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA, and PPAP.
- Hands-on experience withmanufacturing automation— robotics, PLCs, vision systems, or automated assembly equipment.
- Proficiency in PTC Creo for 3D modeling, part design, and engineering drawings.
- Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and machining/fabrication processes.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present technical findings to cross-functional and leadership teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree-MSEE,MSME, orMSIE.
- Certified Project Management Professional certification (PMP)
- Experience in gas spring, pneumatic, or hydraulic component manufacturing.
- Familiarity with SAP ERP systems for BOM management,work orders,etc..
- Data-driven problem-solving mindset with experience in root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience with paintingandpadprintingprocess.
What We Offer
- Direct impact on production performance across a global manufacturing network
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Professional development and training
- International project exposure
Stabilus is an equal opportunity employer.
Stabilus Gastonia, North Carolina, USA Office
1201 Tulip Dr, Gastonia, North Carolina, United States, 28052 1842
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