Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer - UPE Job Kokomo area,Indiana USA,Engineering

The primary role of the Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer - UPE is to participate within an Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet all objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost for both new model (NM), non-new model (NNM), and adaptation programs.

This position supports all Manufacturing Engineering functions for North America powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, components, engine, and transmission programs.

Main responsibilities include:

Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies
Understand engineering scope definition, Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s), sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration
Support and prioritize the Non-New Model (NNM) powertrain programs requests and ensure that approved programs are completed on time and within budget
Support all New Model (NM) program’s facilities aspects including site preparation and machine installation
Support flow activities on programs ensuring successful implementation and tracking of the Iron Triangle (Scope, Timing, and Cost)
Participate in the implementation of Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) methodology, supporting all activities including deployment of advanced SPW tools and guide systematic root cause problem solving methods to attack risks
Development/improvement of process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure
Manufacturing Plants located in Dundee, Michigan (MI), Trenton, Michigan (MI), Kokomo, Indiana (IN) and Saltillo, Mexico (MX);
Transmission Plants in Kokomo and Tipton, Indiana (IN);
Casting Plants in Kokomo, Indiana (IN) and Etobicoke, Ontario (ON), Toledo, Ohio (OH), while maintaining a relationship with the Global CoC initiatives
Drive standardization across plants in all regions

Basic Qualifications:

High school degree or GED with minimum THREE (3) years of experience in engineering or a related technical field
Ability to work and interact with all levels of the organization
Strong oral, written, presentation and organizational skills
Ability to translate technical data and analysis into an executive summary format for presentation in easily understandable formats
Ability to embrace cross-functional teams responsible for developing, specifying, building, and launching powertrain manufacturing processes
Knowledge of advanced problem-solving skills and ability to manage data analysis to identify root causes and attack them to closure
Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning
Microsoft Office intermediate or advance knowledge

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or technical equivalent
Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
Preferred minimum FIVE (5) years manufacturing experience, Powertrain Manufacturing experience a plus
Preferred minimum FIVE (5) years’ experience in program management or multi-tasking environment