Mechanically Attached Fastener Engineer

Job Description

This role is responsible for supporting the delivery, integration, and optimization of mechanically attached fastener systems within a manufacturing and body shop environment. The position works cross-functionally to ensure equipment, processes, and suppliers meet quality, timing, and performance expectations throughout execution and launch phases.

• Ensure line integrators and mechanically attached fastener equipment suppliers deliver systems that meet company specifications across the North America region
• Participate in throughput analysis and process optimization activities
• Collaborate closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, material suppliers, equipment suppliers, and system integrators
• Support teams in meeting vehicle program timelines while maintaining quality standards
• Manage and maintain tracking documents to support program timing and deliverables
• Support problem resolution between Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Plant Manufacturing Operations
• Ensure product and equipment conformance to design requirements
• Provide onsite support during program execution and launch phases
• Provide feedback and status updates to leadership as needed
• Support integration, startup, and debugging of mechanically attached fastener equipment on the plant floor
• Coordinate business process improvement and re-engineering initiatives
• Report system status and performance at operating units as required
• Optimize mechanically attached fastener systems to improve productivity, cost efficiency, and quality
• Work with engineers, skilled trades, and management to execute cross-functional projects, including cost and timing estimates
• Support plant product program launches
• Maintain a deep understanding of body shop mechanically attached fastener technologies and applications
• Implement and support common mechanically attached fastener and inspection systems
• Develop and maintain mechanically attached fastener technology standards
• Provide technical direction and guidance to suppliers and internal plant teams
• Conduct mechanically attached fastener equipment buyoffs

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering discipline with a minimum of 2 years of mechanically attached fastener–related experience, or a minimum of 5 years of equivalent industry experience
• Experience supporting body shop launches and working in a plant or manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of safe operating procedures within a manufacturing setting
• Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical issues
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  
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