Product Launch Engineer

WHO WE ARE

We are not just a company – we are a community of innovators, creators, and dedicated professionals who take pride in our work and in each other. As an employee-owned organization, every single team member has a stake in our success and shares in our achievements. This unique ownership culture fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

Come join us and be a part of a dynamic team that is revolutionizing the automotive industry and driving the future of transportation!

Amsted Automotive is renowned for its commitment to providing an exceptional working environment, and part of this commitment includes offering a comprehensive range of employee benefits. These benefits are designed to support the health, well‑being, financial security, and overall satisfaction of its employees. Here is an overview of the employee benefits offered by Amsted Automotive.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Telehealth
• Onsite health screenings
• Mental health resources – Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, legal guidance, and more

• Competitive Salaries
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401k with Company Match
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Life and Disability Insurance Work‑Life Balance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• 14 Annual Company Paid Holidays

• Training Programs
• Education Expense Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities Additional Benefits
• Pet Insurance and Discount Program
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Recognition and Rewards
• Community Involvement
• Workplace Giving Matching Gift Program

The Launch Engineer is responsible for leading the development of manufacturing processes on new products. They are to achieve an optimum relationship between cost and quality and shall therefore be responsible for the costing of potential new products. This position is responsible for all aspects of process engineering, industrial engineering, production standard costs, tooling procurement, and potential new equipment installations as part of APQP.

The Launch Engineer shall also be responsible for product transfers to the Beaver Dam PM facility.

• Lead APQP team in the development of new part opportunities and major engineering changes from concept through capable production process.
• Responsible for managing the sampling process. This includes processing and inspection of all samples and prototypes to meet customer requirements and due dates. This may also include working with Scheduling, Manufacturing and Quality where it is appropriate that they perform portions of these tasks.
• Develop and maintain all production routings, process documents, work center standards, manufacturing set‑up and work instructions, etc. for process steps needed to manufacture a new part. This will also apply to any customer changes that are received.
• Support the commercial team in development of new job opportunities. This mainly involves discussions with customer engineering on specifics of manufacturability and functionality.
• Execute program timelines within budget constraints for new tooling and machinery.

• Advanced GD&T knowledge and its application is preferred
• Strong understanding of AIAG Core Tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work with all levels of associates
• Strong leadership to facilitate, support, and implement change within the organization
• High level of personal accountability and team collaboration skills
• Organized and efficient, with extensive multi-tasking and project management abilities
• Demonstrated success in fast‑paced, high volume production environment with ability to change priorities to address urgent business needs

Preferred

• 3 - 5 years:
  Previous metals manufacturing experience

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

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