DETROIT-BASED AUTOMATION ENGINEERING FOR OEM & TIER 1

Detroit Engineering
Leadership

Automation Engineering Expertise
Based in Metro Detroit

Modern Body Engineering (MBE) is based in Madison Heights, Michigan, at the center of the automotive industry. From our Detroit-area location, we support OEM and Tier 1 programs with advanced automation systems, controls integration, and robotic solutions.

Our proximity to major engineering centers enables close collaboration throughout program development, system integration, and production launch.

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ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS FOR HIGH-VOLUME GLOBAL MANUFACTURING

Engineered in Detroit.
Built for Global Production.

MBE delivers automation engineering solutions that support high-volume manufacturing across North America and international production facilities. Our team brings deep experience in closure assembly systems, robotic automation, and controls integration, supporting programs from concept through launch and full production.

We work directly with OEM and supplier teams to develop systems that meet cycle time targets, dimensional accuracy requirements, and Class-A surface quality standards.

PRODUCTION-READY AUTOMATION ENGINEERING

Integrated Engineering Approach

Our Detroit-based engineering team develops automation systems through a fully integrated process that includes:

Mechanical and tooling design
Robotic path and process development
PLC and controls integration
Electrical systems and power distribution
System validation, installation, and commissioning

This coordinated approach ensures each system is engineered for production readiness, long-term reliability, and scalable performance.

ENGINEERED FOR SCALABLE AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURING

Supporting OEM & Tier 1 Programs

MBE supports automotive manufacturing programs across a wide range of applications, including:

Our systems are deployed across global manufacturing environments—supporting steel, aluminum, and mixed-material vehicle platforms, including EV and multi-variant production programs.

GLOBAL PROGRAMS. LOCAL EXPERTISE.

North America & Global Launch Support

From our Detroit-area headquarters, MBE provides on-site engineering support, system validation, and program launch assistance to ensure successful implementation within complex manufacturing environments.

We partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and launch teams to deliver automation systems that meet program timing, production performance, and quality expectations.

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DELIVERING INTEGRATED SYSTEMS FOR GLOBAL PRODUCTION

DETROIT AUTOMATION ENGINEERING EXPERTISE

Detroit’s automotive industry is built on decades of engineering innovation and high-volume manufacturing. MBE applies this foundation to deliver advanced automation systems for modern production environments. Our team develops fully integrated solutions—including robotic assembly, closure systems, and PLC & robot controls integration—engineered for precision, repeatability, and production reliability.

Why Detroit Matters

Located in Metro Detroit—the global hub of automotive engineering and manufacturing—MBE operates at the center of automotive OEM and supplier innovation.

Our proximity provides direct access to:

• Automotive OEM engineering and development centers

• Tier 1 supplier manufacturing networks

• Advanced automotive automation environments

• Skilled engineering and manufacturing talent

This location enables real-time collaboration, faster response, and seamless integration into active vehicle programs—supporting high-performance automation and controls systems.

Industries We Serve

MBE delivers automotive automation systems and controls integration solutions across key manufacturing sectors:

• Automotive OEM and supplier manufacturing

• Electric vehicle (EV) production and programs

• Commercial vehicle manufacturing

Our automation systems support steel, aluminum, and mixed-material vehicle platforms—engineered for high-volume production, flexible manufacturing, and global deployment.