Product Development Analyst for Optical Metrology Lab

About the role

The Product Development Analyst works full-time in the VEV Metrology Lab. They are responsible for collecting highly accurate 3D coordinate point data using multiple devices (Perceptron, ATOS, Romer, Photogrammetry, and Robotics).

Responsibilities

• Operate the CMM and Laser Scanning equipment, using multiple software packages for data acquisition, processing, and transfer.
• Operate tools and machinery to fabricate simple and complex fixtures for part, component, and assembly scanning and measuring.
• Set up vehicles or components and perform CMM and/or Laser Scanning operations.
• Process ELMS requests and determine the best use of technology and methods of data analysis by evaluating requests, engineering prints, tolerance and GD&T specifications, CAD models, and sketches.
• Process collected data into a usable format and transfer it to Corporate CAD databases using CATIA and TeamCenter Engineering.
• Train others in the usage of metrology equipment and data analysis software.
• Schedule assignments and tasks, working with management to assign priorities while providing daily status reports of workload.
• Verify that delivered reports and scan or surface models meet customer requirements by utilizing all available metrology tools and techniques.
• Practice and promote safe working habits and maintain a clean working environment.
• Communicate work plans and project results to customers and management via email, text messages, conference calls, and face-to-face conversations.
• Work off-shifts and weekends as necessary.

Requirements

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and /or Skill Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• Experienced with modeling in CATIA and part authoring in TCe
• Advanced skills in PolyWorks, GeoMagic, and point-cloud to NURBS surface processing
• Working knowledge of optical metrology data-collecting devices including but not limited to: CMM, laser trackers, fringe-projection scanners, laser scanners, etc.
• Knowledge of various seat testing procedures (J826, R202a, IIHS)
• Solid organizational skills including proven ability to multi-task and maintain project deadlines
• Able and willing to learn new software applications and participate in global compatibility studies
• Advanced skill and demonstrated use of static and dynamic photogrammetry systems
• Programming with Visual Basic and ability to apply programming skills for macro development in available software (CATIA, PolyWorks, Excel), preferred

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Possess and promote a positive attitude and be willing to perform added duties as assigned.

Skills

Skills:

• Modeling in CATIA
• Part authoring in TCe
• Advanced skills in PolyWorks, GeoMagic, and point-cloud to NURBS surface processing
• Working knowledge of optical metrology data-collecting devices including but not limited to: CMM, laser trackers, fringe-projection scanners, laser scanners, etc.
• Knowledge of various seat testing procedures (J826, R202a, IIHS)
• Solid organizational skills including proven ability to multi-task and maintain project deadlines
• Able and willing to learn new software applications and participate in global compatibility studies
• Advanced skill and demonstrated use of static and dynamic photogrammetry systems
• Programming with Visual Basic and ability to apply programming skills for macro development in available software (CATIA, PolyWorks, Excel), preferred

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Education reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance