About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Automotive Manufacturing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client seeks recent engineering graduates to join an entry-level Engineering Development Program (EDP). This one-year, structured rotational program accelerates technical and professional growth through hands-on projects, mentorship, and cross-functional experience across manufacturing, design, quality, and facilities engineering in automotive manufacturing.

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What You’ll Do

• Participate in a structured one-year rotational program with 2–4 assignments across different engineering functions
• Complete meaningful, full-time engineering work that supports manufacturing, development, and operations
• Use technical problem solving and data analysis to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and efficiency
• Support equipment/tooling design, facilities projects, market quality analysis, or product design depending on rotation
• Present project outcomes to leadership and collaborate across functions to implement countermeasures and improvements
• Follow a customized development plan and work with assigned mentors to build technical skills and professional networks

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Program Locations

This posting covers multiple openings; this specific listing is for Lincoln, AL. Other possible program locations that may be hired under the same program include Greensburg, IN, and several sites in Ohio.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET or ATMAE accredited program (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer Science Engineering, Welding, or related engineering majors)
• Less than 2 years of professional engineering work experience
• 3 months of relevant co-op or internship experience preferred
• Willingness to rotate across functions and worksites, learn quickly, and collaborate across teams
• Strong analytical mindset and disciplined work ethic

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Preferred / Helpful Skills

• Hands-on problem solving and familiarity with manufacturing environments
• Basic experience with data analysis, CAD, or engineering project work
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to new environments and build cross-functional relationships

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay: $58,902 per year (estimated)
• Paid overtime (where applicable)
• Regional bonus (when applicable)
• Medical, dental, vision benefits; company-paid short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match + additional contribution
• Paid time off, holiday shutdowns, and potential relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Career development resources: mentorship, training, tuition assistance, and internal mobility programs

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Important Notes

• These are full-time positions within Confidential Client’s Engineering Development Program.
• This listing represents multiple openings across departments and locations; specific role assignments will depend on business needs.
• Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants requiring sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN) will not be considered.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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