Production Launch Engineer

Overview

Job Description

Job Summary : The Production Launch Engineer will be responsible for onsite support of the build team launching a production low volume (niche) vehicle. This role will also include the design and release activities to resolve launch issues as they arise.

Responsibilities

• General launch support activities include : Review of existing build process documentation to ensure alignment with actual procedural sequencing. Development of new build process documentation as needed. Provide line-side engineering support to identify emerging issues and define corrective actions (both interim containment and permanent corrective resolution). General launch issue tracking and status reporting.
• Specific Design and Release tasks include

Reverse engineer OEM front end accessory drive (FEAD) bracket, developing cast and machined 3D models and relevant 2D drawings (D&R experience coupled with casting familiarity). Design and release of a replacement heat sleeve solution for electrical ignition hardware (D&R experience coupled with ignition hardware and thermal / heat management familiarity). Collaboration with commodity buyers for newly designed parts to develop sourcing agreements and ensure purchase orders are in place. Establish quality requirements for newly designed parts and work with supplier quality team to ensure incoming compliance. Work with supply base to ensure on time delivery plans are in place. Assume ownership of additional powertrain components as launch issues arise. Define and document "transparency" validation for any newly designed or resourced hardware. Provide status updates and formal presentation to customers… both written and verbal.

Qualifications

To be considered as a candidate, you will need :

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