Program Engineer

Post Date

Feb 23, 2026

Location

Louisville-Jefferson County,
Kentucky

ZIP/Postal Code

40213
US
Apr 25, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

MIC-5fc82282-274b-4837-8e38-29b9324a4e4e

Pay Rate

$36 - $45 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking motivated professionals with a passion for excellence in Manufacturing and Problem Solving. This candidate will be leading launch teams through all phases of Manufacturing Program Delivery from the early cost study phase through rate of climb (ROC).

Early Phase - Powertrain Program Tasks – Program Start thru OEM Equipment Delivery / Retool & New process equipment.
• Program Timing - MS Excel project timing summary for key milestones with monthly, weekly, and daily templates depending on scope of work.
• Program Timing - Work independently and with program timing function to create MS Project timing database and input into Program schedule, report outputs.
• Program Timing – Lead OEM (Equipment Supplier) timing oversight and timing meeting coordination – inputs to master schedule and project timing summaries.
• Program Financials - Update Indicated Cost Tracking documents and Program Checkbook
• Program Reporting – Lead / Support updates / publish of various program review decks.
• Program Reviews – Lead New Program Review discipline.
• Product Engineering Partnership - Interface with System and Component Product, Manufacturing, Support Teams (SPMT, CPMT)
• Program Disciplines – Lead / Support Program Deliverable (Integrator) assessments, monitor and track issues to closure, engage with plant floor “whiteboard” activity from installation start through commissioning.
• Equipment Readiness – Lead / Support the Machine Tryout [MTO] - Make Like Production [MLP] Part Ordering process & track status.
• Workforce Planning – Lead / Support Installation and Commissioning skilled trade allocation requirements.
• Program Issue Management – Lead / Support issues management system tracking and closure.
• Program Change Control – Lead / Support engineering change control activity and global coordination.
Late Phase – Powertrain Program Tasks – Program Launch
• Program Launch Planning – Lead / Support coordination of pre-production build activity.
• Program Launch Reporting – Lead / Support program scorecard activity / review discipline from Launch Readiness () thru OK to Buy ().
• Program Launch Execution – Lead / Support Production Trial Run (PTR) activity including serial number tracking, issue documentation, and engineering review to issue closure.
• Program Launch Data Management - Utilize Machine Monitoring Reporting Tools (FIS, IIOT) to support new program team through completion of launch (Rate of Climb – ROC).

Compensation:
$45/hr
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 diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, 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 HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2 -3 Years Experience in high volume production or manufacturing environment.
• Manufacturing floor experience required.
• Project Or Program Management / Coordination / Communication Experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong presentation skills with experience creating and delivering presentations.
• Experience supporting program launches.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or in similar field (Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred)
• Experience/knowledge of casting, machining or CMM’s.
• Automotive experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st 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.