Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary)

Applied Engineering • Troy, MI • 1h ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary)| Troy, MI

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Troy, MI as a Manufacturing Engineer. This is a temporary role through September, though it may extend to November.

You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We welcome candidates from the Detroit metro area and beyond to apply.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity, and collaboration are a few things you'll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace, then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning - Employee Owned - Comprehensive Benefits BENEFITS AND PERKS

Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern.

Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

Competitive salary

401K retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options

Paid overtime

Flexible work schedule

Employees working in Troy, MI have a short commute from Rochester Hills, Clawson, Birmingham, Royal Oak, Madison Heights, Sterling Heights, Bloomfield Hills, Berkley, Beverly Hills, Southfield, Warren, or Dearborn, and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE

Engineer I: $72,000 - $84,000

Engineer II: $80,000 - $92,000

Engineer III: $90,000 - $102,000

Senior Engineer: $97,000 - $112,000

Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and alignment with role expectations.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Manufacturing Engineer (Temporary) in Troy, MI, you will:

Support the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for electrical and metal-fabrication equipment to ensure smooth production flow and consistent quality

Assist with selecting and evaluating machinery, tools, and equipment, including basic troubleshooting and helping monitor performance

Participate in continuous-improvement activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured problem-solving methods

Help create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation to support safe and consistent operations

Collaborate with engineering teams during new product introduction by providing input on manufacturability and learning DFMA principles

Work with quality teams to support inspection plans, testing methods, and root-cause investigations for manufacturing-related issues

Provide hands-on support to production teams by helping resolve day-to-day issues and assisting with process adjustment

Contribute to cost-reduction and efficiency-improvement efforts by gathering data, performing basic analyses, and supporting implementation

Communicate and coordinate with production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and smooth operations

Promote a safe work environment by following safety standards, identifying potential risks, and supporting compliance initiatives

Work collaboratively with suppliers and Applied partners

Contribute to projects that impact communities in Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Dearborn, Livonia, or Southfield, and the greater Detroit metro area

Apply your skills in a dynamic environment that values ownership and innovation

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering

Must be local to Troy, MI or the Detroit, MI, metro; relocation is not available for this role

Previous manufacturing experience with exposure to metal fabrication, electrical systems, and electro-mechanical assembly strongly preferred

Skilled in supporting production teams directly, including hands-on troubleshooting and process adjustments on the shop floor

Understands Lean, Six Sigma, and structured continuous-improvement methodologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including data interpretation, root-cause identification, and corrective-action implementation

Familiar with quality tools such as process controls, structured problem-solving, and risk-assessment methods (e.g., FMEA)

Clear and confident communicator who works well with teammates across different functions

Able to stay organized, handle multiple tasks, and follow through in a fast-paced environment

Understanding of manufacturing safety practices and a strong commitment to working safely

Flexible and comfortable adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic production setting

SKILLS AND VALUES

Capable of working independently and as a team member

Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity

Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset

Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking

Effective verbal and written communication

Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied's team of talented employees in Troy, MI and the greater Detroit metro area.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ID 20261033

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