Engineer I, xEV New Model

Astemo, Ltd.; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo, Ltd. seeks an engineer to develop and manage new model development activities supporting startup to mass production of inverter and IPM/PM products. You will work in a team, applying Astemo and customer policies and collaborating across departments in the development cycle.

The ideal candidate has a engineering degree, experience in automotive quality or manufacturing processes, and strong communication skills to drive improvements and meet milestones in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering; EE/EET or ME/MET preferred.
• Five years or more in quality engineering is desirable.
• Ability to make quick, accurate, data-driven decisions using strong critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Attend and support new model development meetings; develop deep understanding of manufacturing processes; evaluate processes and capabilities; support trial events and line-side engineering activities; assist with presentations (60%).
• Review processes and assess need for improvements (20%).
• Review quality level of supply components (10%).
• Other duties as assigned (10%).

Skills

Quality engineering

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpret technical drawings

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

EE/EET or ME/MET curriculum preferred

Tools

MS PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Position Summary:

The purpose of this position is to develop, manage and control new model development activities supporting the startup strategy through mass production of new products and processes. This position requires the engineer to be knowledgeable of and utilize all applicable Astemo and customer policies, procedures, and documents. The engineer will support the new model engineer group as needed; the products to support are inverter and IPM / PM. The engineer will work within a team-based environment and will interact with other departments in the development cycle.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering field; prefer EE/EET or ME/MET curriculum.
• Previous work experience in automotive field desired; work within Japanese company highly desired.
• Preferred candidate will have worked in a quality engineering capacity for five years or more
• Ability to make quick, accurate, data driven decisions using excellent critical thinking skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to be used in interdepartmental communications, team-based investigations and occasional customer or vendor communications
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Skill using various presentation software like MS Powerpoint and Excel software.
• Well organized and able to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities / % Time Spent Performing Duties:

• Attend and support new model development meetings and reviews; Develop deep technical understanding of manufacturing processes; Evaluate processes according to Astemo development requirements; Evaluate and assess process capabilities; Support trial events, trial builds, and line side engineering activities; Support presentations in any way needed including presenting.: 60%
• Review processes and assess need for improvements from engineering: 20%
• Review quality level of supply components: 10%
• Other duties as assigned: 10%

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and provide input and value.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to work effectively within multicultural and global business environments
• Promote and support Astemo core values and safety culture

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Will not supervise

Safety and Environmental Management:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and environmental regulation
• Lead efforts for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 compliance

Work Environment – Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.

• Open-Office Setting
• Factory Setting with NoiseAbility to work overtime as needed and at times without notice. Mainly weekdays.
• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting.
• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday
• Ability to lift 35lbs from floor to a height of 4ft and to push or pull pallet jack up to 450lbs
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen
• Ability to use hand tools and view small components through a microscope for extended periods of time.
• This position would be classified as exempt under applicable wage‑and‑hour laws. As such, this role is expected to exercise independent judgment and to work the time required to meet job responsibilities, which may include working in excess of 40 hours per week.

Equipment Used

• Personal Computer
• Various measurement devices including SEM, FTIR.
• Electro/Mechanical Testing Equipment