Associate Consulting Engineer (New Graduate)Location: Auburn Hills, MI Type: Full-Time, On-site Experience: 0–2 Years (Recent Graduates Encouraged to Apply) Travel: Approximately 10–15%Munro & Associates is recognized globally for teardown analysis, benchmarking, product costing, manufacturing analysis, and engineering consulting. For more than thirty years, Munro has helped leading manufacturers understand how products are designed, manufactured, assembled, and costed—and how they can be improved.Our work spans automotive, electric vehicles, aerospace, defense, robotics, consumer products, industrial equipment, and emerging technologies. Every project presents a unique technical challenge and an opportunity to create measurable customer impact.Position SummaryMunro is seeking highly motivated engineering graduates who are eager to accelerate their careers through hands-on technical consulting work.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work with real products, real customer challenges, and experienced industry experts from day one.Unlike traditional entry-level engineering positions that focus on a single product or discipline, Associate Consulting Engineers gain broad exposure across industries, technologies, and engineering functions. You will help analyze products, identify improvement opportunities, evaluate manufacturing processes, and develop recommendations that influence engineering and business decisions.This position is ideal for someone who is naturally curious, enjoys solving technical problems, and wants to quickly develop both engineering and consulting skills.Why This Role Is DifferentAs an Associate Consulting Engineer, you will gain early exposure to:Product teardowns and competitive benchmarkingCost analysis and value engineeringManufacturing and assembly processesProduct design evaluation and improvementCustomer-facing engineering consultingCross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and leadership teamsYou will have the opportunity to:Work directly with physical products and hardwareParticipate in teardown and benchmarking activitiesAnalyze engineering data, bills of material, and manufacturing processesSupport customer workshops and technical reviewsLearn from experienced Munro consultants and industry expertsPresent technical findings and recommendationsDevelop leadership and project management skills early in your careerKey ResponsibilitiesSupport technical analysis on customer consulting projectsParticipate in product teardowns, benchmarking studies, and engineering evaluationsAnalyze product designs, manufacturing methods, and cost structuresAssist in identifying opportunities to reduce cost, improve manufacturability, enhance quality, and improve product performanceReview engineering drawings, bills of material, and technical documentationDevelop reports, presentations, and technical summariesSupport customer meetings, workshops, and project reviewsCollaborate with team members across engineering, manufacturing, costing, and project management disciplinesTranslate technical findings into clear and actionable recommendationsIdeal Candidate ProfileYou are likely a strong fit if you:Recently graduated or will graduate soon with an engineering degreeEnjoy understanding how products work and how they are madeHave a strong curiosity about design, manufacturing, and technologyLike solving practical engineering problemsAre comfortable learning new technologies and industries quicklyTake initiative and enjoy working in a fast-paced environmentCommunicate technical ideas clearly to different audiencesWant exposure to both engineering and business decision-makingAspire to grow into technical leadership, project management, or consulting rolesQualificationsRequiredBachelor's degree (or upcoming graduation) in: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical disciplineStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPointAbility to work effectively both independently and as part of a teamWillingness to travel approximately 10–15%Preferred but Not RequiredInternship, co-op, project, research, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, robotics, or hands-on experience in any of the following areas:Automotive systemsElectric vehicles and battery systemsMechanical designManufacturing engineeringProduct developmentRobotics and automationCost analysisTeardown and benchmarkingCAD and engineering toolsDesign for Manufacturing (DFM)Value engineeringGrowth & DevelopmentMunro is committed to developing future engineering and consulting leaders.As an Associate Consulting Engineer, you will receive direct mentorship from experienced consultants while building expertise in:Product analysisManufacturing processesCost engineeringCustomer engagementTechnical communicationProject leadershipSuccessful engineers can progress into roles with increasing responsibility, including technical lead, project manager, senior consultant, and broader business leadership positions.Compensation & BenefitsMunro offers competitive compensation and a strong growth environment.Benefits include:Competitive salaryPaid vacation and holidaysHealthcare, dental, vision, and life insuranceGenerous 401(k) contributionDirect mentorship from industry expertsExposure to leading technologies and productsAccelerated career development opportunitiesMunro & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Munro & Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.This job description is intended to outline the general duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
Additional duties may be assigned as needed.