Manufacturing Engineer

Post Date

Aug 15, 2025

Location

Chicago,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60633
US
Oct 20, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

MIC-802687

Pay Rate

$25 - $31 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Manufacturing engineer to support one of our automotive clients in Chicago, IL. The engineer in this position is going to be responsible for driving quality improvements and warranty reductions in the plants, as well as prevent recurrence actions for future programs.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Lead data driven and plant floor analysis of current model quality concerns and/or process manufacturing related issues
- Identify, develop, and deliver ICAs, PCAs, and PRAs for current model quality concerns
- Operate cross functionally with Plant Engineering, Product Development, Vehicle Program Engineers, Quality, and other teams within the company
- Lead implementation of tools/technologies/error proofing to improve quality and to resolve process/manufacturing related issues
- Manage VME responsibilities for minor programs and running changes at assembly plants which include, but are not limited to, assessing manufacturing feasibility, estimating facility and tooling costs, updating engineering concerns, and writing of purchase orders
- Perform in-plant trials and prove-out associated with engineering concerns, MCR actions, alerts and PSOs
- Support GSPAS, PFMEA and control plan updates, delta audits, GERT investigations, ECN maintenance, change control and VME initiatives tied to current model programs
- Support daily quality meetings, weekly regional meetings, plant VQRs, and warranty binning meetings Support corporate labor initiatives

Compensation: $35-40/hour
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field
- Experience working in automotive manufacturing engineering
- Experience with automotive assembly tooling, processes, and facilities
- Experience with error proofing, vision equipment, or fastening technologies

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Strong project management skills
- 3D Cad review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, CATIA)
- Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles
- Experience in Electrical Distribution systems, Interior Ornamentation, Exterior Ornamentation, Glass Cells, Water Testing, Chassis, Powertrain, and/or Tire and Wheel Assembly

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.