Remanufacturing Product & Quality Engineer
Talascend is currently seeking a Remanufacturing Product & Quality Engineer with a leading automotive manufacturer located in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
DESCRIPTION:
Remanufacturing Product & Quality Engineer, will support Reman Commodities - product & quality improvement actions from end to end - incoming core from field, to teardown & cleaning processes, product qualifications, assembly & final testing.
The engineer will focus on core utilization, process & product improvements and tooling, machinery technology enhancements. This position requires a team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic cross-functional team environment with ongoing onsite program reviews at 3rd party supplier location(s)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand engineering and industrialization aspects of remanufactured parts, such as design, specifications and machinery, in order to enhance the process without affecting original design intent.
- Understand field quality key process indicators (KPI), working with the organization & Suppliers Engineering and Quality Teams and work on implementing Quality improvement strategies.
- Support product teardown reviews, component attrition studies, root causes and corrective actions - with closed loop feedback to the organizations Engineering & Quality teams.
- Develop project objectives and plans by providing input specific to product/process design requirements, project elements, and project scheduling.
- Plan, schedule, and lead Process Audits for Reman Parts - verify corrective actions to ensure compliance with technical requirements of the product and process according to a standard.
- Evaluate quality and program risk on an ongoing basis, with emphasis on meeting Throughput expectations.
- Be the voice of Supplier issues on component availabilities and follow up with expeditious execution of corrective actions to mitigate production working with Purchasing & Supply Chain teams.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering field.
- 5+ years of Process or Manufacturing Experience, with emphasis in Powertrain areas.
- Bachelor’s requirements &/or Engineering requirements can be waived, if candidate has exceptional track record in manufacturing processes with well documented process & quality improvement actions implemented.
- 5 years of manufacturing, remanufacturing, repair or engineering development experience in Gas or Diesel powertrains and/or system components preferred.
- Experience managing several simultaneous projects and ensure resources are allocated appropriately to meet timing.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Ability to interpret Engineering Drawings (GD&T Knowledge preferred but not required).
- Travel required to supplier sites or manufacturing facilities – maybe 5%-10%.
- Deep knowledge of propulsion systems (i.e. engines, transmissions, driveline, etc.) from a design, manufacturing & quality perspective.
- Must be able to lead a team and drive action.
- Engage the cross functional team to develop a problem statement and provide a robust interim & permanent corrective action.
- Understand field quality key process indicators (KPI), working with the Client & Supplier’s Engineering and Quality Teams and work on implementing Quality improvement strategies.
- Hybrid @ CTC (Auburn Hills) 4-5 days per week.
- Amount of travel: 5 to 10 %. North America travel only to visit key Reman suppliers.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.