Production Engineering Process Engineer

We are looking for a high energy and driven individual who is excited about working in a Dynamic engineering role within the Astemo organization. This individual needs to be passionate about engineering and display strong problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills are essential to be successful within the Astemo engineering and production environment. The candidate needs to display accountability and ownership of their work. The candidate needs to have a passion for ensuring quality and integrity is built into the product they are responsible for which ultimately meets the customer's needs.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe work environment, follow all established safety policies and procedures, and report all safety related issues to Management; Hands-on involvement in ongoing production floor activities; Resolve production equipment concerns daily; Participate in process improvement activities; Implement continuous improvements within cross functional teams; Handle all phases of several concurrent projects, from concept through implementation and beyond; Create and deliver effective presentations regarding recommended solutions and alternatives; Discuss purchases, procedures, product specifications, manufacturing capabilities and project status with vendors, staff and management; Complete special projects as directed by management; Support departmental business plan objectives; Support department 5S activities; New model development; Address quality issues with engineered countermeasures and solutions

Requirements

Four-year engineering degree (mechanical or industrial); 2 - 5 years related work experience; Background in electro-mechanical equipment is critical; CAD skills are required, AutoCAD at a minimum; Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; Strong troubleshooting skills; Strong communication and time management skills; Ability to interface at multiple levels and operate within cross-functional teams; Experienced in designing poka-yokes and simple equipment modifications; Ability to reverse engineer products as required; Experience in designing and implementing solutions to production equipment problems; Exceptional skills in time and project management; Ability to give clear presentations of technical data at the department level; Ability to lead a small team of associates on a team-oriented project; Ability to improve communication across cultural boundaries

Nice to have

Automotive background is highly preferable, with preference towards high volume assembly operations; Experience with Japanese transplants is highly beneficial; Experience with Solid Edge is highly preferred; Experience with Lean Manufacturing methods is desirable