RESPONSIBILITIES: This Engineer will support Business Unit team members in the areas of problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development. • Act as a liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Design Teams to facilitate Design for Manufacturability. • Perform routine process analyses to assess overall process performance, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of process improvements • Independently monitor plant KPIs, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of performance improvements. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Knowledgeable of aluminum extrusion, buffing and fabrication tooling and equipment processes. • Strong technical writing skills for the preparation of quote packages and specifications. • Strong eye for detail and maintaining exacting standards. • Effectively work with others, sound verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills. • Ability to provide performance standards, feedback and coaching to teammates and third-party suppliers. • Knowledgeable of CAD systems/software for product and tool designs. • Knowledge of fixture design, sensors, PLC and programming, poke yoke and error proofing. • Experience with APQP, GD&T, automotive quality and appearance standards, and finishing requirements. • Knowledgeable of raw materials, manufacturing methods and alternatives for improved performance and/or cost. • Strong communication skills, MS Office skills, organizational and problem solving skills are required • BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred • 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering an Automotive Manufacturing Plant is preferred
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Controls Engineer