Project Chief - Body Closures [14410]

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services; Windsor; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Benefits after 90 days

Pension eligibility with employermatch

Job summary

MEDA Engineering & Technical Services in Windsor, Ontario is seeking an experienced Project Chief- Body Closures Engineer to lead closures programs from design to launch, coordinating with Product Planning, Design Office, and suppliers.

The role requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited), 2 years of engineering experience, strong leadership, excellent communication, and knowledge of Body Closures; travel to the USA is required and onsite in Windsor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited or equivalent program.
• 2 years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Body Closures and regulatory specifications.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to support design/development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Body Closures commodities for vehicle programs from start to finish.
• Collaborate with Product Planning and Design Office to guide vehicle design toward feasible technical solutions.
• Determine Cost Weight and Investment targets early in programs.
• Track timing, supplier selection, and design release for tooling.
• Manage testing plans and timelines to ensure timely Closures components.
• Travel with suppliers and assembly plant launches during pilot and launch phases.
• Address warranty or quality issues after program launch.

Skills

Leadership

Self-directed

Communication

Body Closures knowledge

NX/Teamcenter

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

Job description

We are recruiting an experienced Project Chief- Body Closures Engineer to join our team to support our client in the automotive industry.

NOTE:

• Onsite 100% in Windsor, Ontario
• Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date
• Valid driver's license is required as well as a clean driving record
• Must have a vehicle to drive to suppliers regularly

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will oversee all Closures commodities (Door in White, Hood, Fender, Static and Dynamic Sealing, Liftgates) for vehicle programs, from start to finish
• Early in a program, this will involve working with Product Planning and the Product Design Office (or 'styling') to help guide the design of the vehicle toward feasible technical solutions.
• Early program work will require extensive collaboration to determine appropriate Cost Weight and Investment targets for the new vehicle.
• As the design evolves, the Project Chief (PC) will be responsible for tracking on
• time sourcing (supplier selection) and design release of component designs for tooling.
• Further in a program, the PC will manage all component and system testing plans and timelines to ensure Closures components are on time and will develop recovery mitigation plans as necessary.
• Travel is required with significant supplier and assembly plant launch support throughout pilot and launch phases will follow.
• Will actively manage any warranty or quality issues the customer experiences with exterior trim after program launch

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited or equivalent program
• 2 years of engineering experience
• Demonstrable knowledge of Body Closures
• Track record of strong leadership
• Must be self-directed
• Excellent communication and presentation skills required to support the design/development process
• Knowledge Body Closures, design practices and regulatory compliance specifications

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, from an ABET-accredited or equivalent program
• Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma process and/or Green Belt certification
• Knowledge of reactive problem solving and/or Green Belt certification
• Trained in DVP&R and DFMEA
• Knowledge of process standards, advanced LED and Laser technology
• Automotive Body Closures experience and broad vehicle knowledge
• Ability to present ideas and concepts successfully to all levels of management
• Hands-on vehicle experience
• Experience managing suppliers and/or other team members
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good organizational skills, self-directed and self-motivated, ability to meet deadlines and ability to handle multiple assignments
• Detailed oriented, team player, flexible and the ability to prioritize
• Working knowledge of NX/Teamcenter

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• $42.00-46.90/hour (depending on experience)
• Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.
• Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work

MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.