Mechanical Engineering (Vehicle)

Senior Vehicle Engineer

Evans, GA, US (Onsite)

Contract: 12 months

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The position offers the opportunity to be a Mechanical Engineer focused on the development of vehicles used by customers around the world.  The position requires a passion for vehicles and the desire to work with a cross-functional team in a fast-paced environment to bring new and exciting products to market.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

·       Lead the design process for vehicle related components and systems from concept to production.  

·       Transform market requirements into system, subsystem and component specifications.

·       Perform project related assignments and work directly with all functions of the organization to ensure project success with respect to Quality, Delivery and Cost

·       Represent Engineering on cross functional new product development teams.

·       Ensure technical rigor for all projects assigned (Specifications, DFMEA, DVP, APQP, and Technical Design Reviews).

·       Creates and owns the Engineering Release Plan for all components, assemblies, installations, and Bills of Materials within assigned programs.

·       Remove roadblocks and accelerate implementation of projects.

·       Utilize PTC Creo to design & develop mechanical components, subsystems and systems

·       Work closely with suppliers to develop components and subsystems to client specifications.

·       Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure Design For Manufacture (DFM) and to incorporate designs into manufacturing processes.

·       Leads competitive benchmarking activities & value engineering ideation activities

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Mentor less experienced engineers.

·       Understand and influence regulatory standards that affect client products. 

·       Develop project schedules and drive cross functional teams to meet milestones for assigned projects. 

·       Effectively self-manage large projects

·       First point of contact within engineering regarding customer issues.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

·       Bachelor''s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is required

·       Demonstrated expertise in product & assembly design for different manufacturing processes 

·       Experience working as an engineer in a vehicle related business is preferred.

Experience: 

• 7+ years of experience is recommended.

KEY COMPETENCIES

·       Strong ability to handle both complex and ambiguous situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously – mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands.

·       The right individual will be self-motivated, a strong collaborator, able to think creatively and work with others to find solutions, drive execution, and focus on results. 

·       Able to quickly and efficiently understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions. 

·       Solid Project Management/leadership skills 

·       Process knowledge for plastics: injection molding, extrusion, compression molding, blow molding, thermoforming, and other common processes used for the manufacturing of products made from polymeric materials.

·       Process knowledge for metals: extrusion, stamping, die cast, welding, and other common manufacturing processes.

·       Experienced in applying and understanding the results of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

·       Expert in technical, analytical and problem-solving skills (8D, 9-step, etc). 

·       Excellent verbal and written communications skills. 

·       Employs “best” solution to problem rather than most evident (considers business impact to other departments as well as technical requirements)

·       Proficient at identifying project/subsystem risks and developing/executing subsequent mitigation plans

·       High capability in in Microsoft products including Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.

·       Thorough understanding of the Engineering financial impact and a basic understanding of the needs and impact of other functions on the business

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·       While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.

·       This position may be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch as needed.

·       Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.