Manufacturing Engineer
About the role
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Job Type
Full time
Work Type
On-site
Responsibilities
- Support the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of Powertrain Production Test Systems for engine powertrain projects
- Deliver standardized test processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies
- Support all test processes (e.g. Leak Test, In-Process Test, Cold Test, Hot Run)
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve a working Product design that meets Manufacturing Design Specifications with feasible expectations in the Test Engineering Specification (ES)
- Work with Prototype Engineering to determine feasible test solutions and methodology during the early stages of new programs
- Work with a multi-functional engineering team from Assembly, Machining, Quality and Plant Operations to ensure proper integration of test processes into powertrain manufacturing systems
- Develop production test sequences and monitor product function through a test software interface
- Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty, determine corrective actions to the part, assembly, and machining processes and/or test equipment
- Implement test stand modifications as required for new models and corrective actions
- Implement test sequence (software) updates for new models and corrective actions
- Conduct equipment acceptance activities for test machines at both the OEM and Mfg. Plant to validate capability, robustness, and safety
- Review component/assembly quality indicators and evaluate potential test improvements to address issues, reduce warranty claims and improve customer satisfaction on new programs
- Use Lessons Learned to develop program studies and improve standard Bill of Processes
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Data-driven mentality and decision-making process
- Application experience in computers
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Qualifications
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
- Base knowledge of various test processes (Leak Test, In-Process Test, etc.)
- Knowledge of engines
- Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude
- Project management experience
- Programming experience in test software such as WMA, InspeXion software
- Electronic controls systems experience with Siemens PLCs and VFDs
- Vibration/NVH analysis a plus
Skills
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Data-driven mentality and decision-making process
- Application experience in computers
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Pay
This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300.
This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Schedule
On-site