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Join UGN: A Thriving Team, A Rewarding Career

At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication.

We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards.

Why Join UGN?

• Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success.

• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth.

• Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation.

• Make an impact, both professionally and in the community.

At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued. Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and discover your place in the UGN team.

The Manufacturing Program Engineer is a part of UGN’s Downers Grove (corporate) Engineering team. This position will oversee a variety of engineering projects throughout UGN’s plants and track and monitor various metrics. This position will also oversee aspects of new product launches and develop process improvements.

What you will do for UGN:

• Oversee a variety of engineering projects for UGN’s manufacturing operations at plant locations.

• Work with each facility to organize, justify and appropriate the funding for each project.

• Track and update various metrics as it relates to labor and scrap; develop dashboards and present information to the Director of Engineering.

• Participate in new product launches; gather data and prepare metrics. Attend and actively participate in team meetings and participate in production trials.

• Oversee documentation for new product launches. Complete DFM documents for newly awarded programs.

• Track and monitor RFD completion performance.

• Generate and update product quote summary sheets for newly quoted programs. Share with plant management, gather feedback and address any concerns.

• Develop and maintain best practices, partnering with our parent companies.

• Identify process improvements and oversee implementation with the goal of improving UGN’s manufacturing efficiency.

• Proactively investigate latest technologies and processes and determine if implementation at UGN is feasible.

• Collaborate with the plants to develop and maintain skills and expertise of the maintenance teams.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you will bring to UGN:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) or equivalent from an accredited college or university in electrical or mechanical engineering; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 10 + years experience in engineering program management, automotive manufacturing experience preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications--Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.

• A high level of technical aptitude and ability.

• PLC Programming experience preferred (Allen Bradley), Rockwell Software RS Logix 500, 5000, RSView Studio.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in both written and verbal communication of technical information.

• Proficiency and experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Ability to participate in and lead cross-functional projects.

• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints.

• Experience with Machine Automation in a manufacturing environment.

• Robotic programming FANUC preferred.

• Experience with Servo drivers and HMI integration needed.

• Automotive industry experience and PE certification is a plus.

At UGN, Inc., we recognize that our success depends upon our Team Members. We’ve created a competitive compensation and benefits package that demonstrates our commitment to our Team Members.

Pay range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 and participation in our annual incentive plan. If you are offered this position at UGN, your final base salary will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and/or geographic location. In addition to those factors, UGN considers internal equity among current Team Members when developing the final offer.

Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time Team Members including medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, 401K with company match, short and long-term disability insurance, and paid time off including 10 paid holidays.

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.