Engineer, Program - Sr

Cooper Standard; Northville (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Standard in Northville, Michigan seeks a Senior Program Engineer to act as a technical liaison between the company and customers. The role involves overseeing engineering activities for vehicle components, ensuring designs meet customer specifications and managing cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least five years of relevant experience. Excellent problem-solving skills and proficiency in CAD software are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering.
• Ability to analyze complex problems using technical judgment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to manipulate 3D data.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical activities for vehicle programs.
• Conduct design reviews and manage engineering change requests.
• Mentor associate and intermediate program engineers.

Skills

GD&T

DFMEA

DVP&R

DMAIC

8D Problem Solving

Technical aptitude

Strong presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Program Engineer is the liaison between the Customer and Cooper Standard in the creation and maintenance of vehicle component designs that meet the Customer’s functional, timing and cost targets. The Senior Program Engineer is the lead technical representative responsible for all engineering activities associated with their programs including Design Reviews, 3D math data, drawings, prototypes, DV and PV testing. Senior Program Engineers are also responsible for leading and attending all relevant program team meetings, supplier technical reviews, and, when required, run at rate events at our manufacturing plants.

Primary Responsibilities

• Extensive knowledge and experience in GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, DMAIC and 8D, while still acquiring higher-knowledge and skills
• Capability to handle multiple or complex vehicle programs that may involve multiple regions and/or product lines
• Thorough knowledge of internal and customer manufacturing and design processes
• Utilize and support the development of best practices and processes
• Execute customer requirements and use this understanding to accomplish strategic objectives
• Understanding of Cooper Standard product lines outside of your main discipline
• Responsible for releasing engineering change requests
• Lead program development reviews (gate)/ design reviews
• Provide cost effective input to the auto‑quote process
• Responsible for product validation and lead root cause analysis of DV failures
• Ensure designs meet all functional statement of work (SOW) requirements and manage exceptions
• Technical interfaces with the customer, design, manufacturing plants, testing, sales, program management, purchasing and suppliers
• Responsible for program design status including design timelines
• Lead product VE/VA reviews
• Lead technical troubleshooting for commodity
• Lead KT, 8D, or other structured corrective action/decision making with manufacturing divisions to assure timely and permanent problem resolution
• Lead in vehicle builds and validation
• Lead and support business unit at customer management meetings
• Mentor associate program engineers and intermediate program engineers
• Responsible for releasing and maintaining program data, drawings, and other engineering documents in the Cooper Standard Product Life Cycle Management system
• May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description. Performs other related duties

Education And Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; engineering is preferred
• Typically has five plus years of experience
• Solves complex problems, takes a new perspective on existing solutions and analyzes possible solutions using technical experience and judgment
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
• Impacts quality and effectiveness across a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own work team and the work of others on the team; works within broad guidelines, policies to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Explains complex information in a concise and understandable manner
• Demonstrated extensive technical aptitude in engineering disciplines
• Comprehensive knowledge of the customer and internal APQP processes
• Successful evaluation and identification of customer vehicle build and validation problems
• Strong written and presentation skills of technical communication
• Ability to draw and manipulate 3D data in CAD software
• Must have strong technical and mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• In depth experience with drawing layouts, part detailing, and GD&T
• Ability to assess and identify design alternatives
• Ability to prioritize, assess and mitigate risk
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary

Work Environment / Work Conditions

• Professional Office Environment
• Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
• Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
• Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury

Position Type

Regular

Additional Information

Cooper Standard is proud of its diverse workforce and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to creating an environment at work that not only values diversity but also encourages inclusion and a sense of belonging. We firmly believe that a diverse workplace fosters an environment where our employees can flourish and provide superior service to our customers. Because we recognize and value the range of ways in which people acquire experiences, whether personal, professional, or via education or volunteerism, we invite interested applicants to evaluate the key duties and requirements and apply for any opportunities that fit your experience and qualifications. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as certain state and/or local laws. If you believe you require such assistance to complete our online application or to participate in an interview, you (or someone on your behalf) may request assistance by emailing [e-mail] with a description of the accommodation you seek. Application materials submitted to this email address will not be considered.

Remote Status

Hybrid