Optimization Engineer

About the role

Reporting directly to the Optimization Services Manager, this role will be instrumental in providing valuable fastening technical resources, promoting Atlas Copco products and services, and strengthening our customer relationships and perceived value.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Data Driven Services team members to accelerate Alture connectivity with new and existing customers and contribute as an active member of the SCE BL and broader ACTA teams.
• Foster strong working relationships with MVI and GIN colleagues built on trust, collaboration, and shared success.
• Perform on-site bolted joint optimization at customer manufacturing facilities to improve joint quality and integrity, reduce cycle time, scrap, and rework, and enhance tool ergonomics and operator efficiency.
• Conduct bolted joint analysis in the Auburn Hills fastening lab, including torque-to-failure testing, ultrasonic bolt load testing, incorrect assembly identification, and automation feasibility studies.
• Develop presentations, reports, and training materials to communicate findings and support Atlas Copco product-based Master Class training programs.
• Teach fastening-related technical concepts, coach customers on proper application, and facilitate meetings to diagnose fastening challenges and define solution scopes.
• Lead or support customer-facing Data Driven Services optimization meetings and manage laboratory projects from planning through execution, analysis, reporting, and completion.
• Build strong customer relationships, ensure customers maximize value from Atlas Copco products and services, and identify opportunities to expand solutions.
• Support commercial growth by identifying upsell opportunities and motivating MVI and GIN sales teams to promote optimization solutions.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical or management discipline
• Thorough understanding of motor vehicle and general industry manufacturing, with focus on assembly processes and optimization

Qualifications

• Expert level presentation skills with preferred high comfort level in front of a camera while producing video training content
• Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and lead both customers and peers
• Regular travel as needed for customer visits and sales engagement (estimated up to 40%)

Skills

• Data analysis and interpretation
• Technical writing and report development
• Customer relationship management
• Project management
• Training and coaching
• Communication and presentation skills

Benefits

• Professional Development
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Financial Security
• Work-Life Balance
• Family Support
• Wellness Perks
• Rewarding Culture

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options are available to support your well-being.