Engineering Change Coordinator

GRAMMER Americas; Shannon (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GRAMMER Americas in Shannon, MS is seeking an Engineering Change Coordinator to join our automotive interiors team. You will drive feasibility, planning, and execution of engineering changes across platforms, coordinating with project managers and engineering colleagues to meet timelines and cost targets.

Responsibilities include updating SAP data, supporting corrective and preventive actions, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering and/or related field preferred.
• Automotive industry experience preferred; manufacturing experience required.
• Extensive SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Feasibility and management of engineering changes, including costs, planning and resources.
• Ensure risks are considered and mitigated throughout the process.
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives for implementing engineering changes.
• Support engineering change initiatives and proposals for cost savings.
• Review and approve circular data for all series platforms.
• Develop and implement corrective and/or preventive actions throughout the development of engineering changes.
• Update the SAP system - Routings, WC, and CC for the platforms, using information shared by the engineering team.
• Maintain the SAP system, focusing on Engineering-related activities (CC02/SCASE/WF/Investments/etc.).
• Meet with and coordinate with Project Managers, customers, Engineering team members, and other internal customers.
• Escalate issues and necessary details to the appropriate leaders.
• Implement Part History for all plant platforms.
• Ensure that updating the Part History is a standard activity for series engineers with every engineering change.
• Provide timely follow-up on engineering sample or prototype delivery dates for the entire department.
• Active participation on the shop floor for platforms undergoing changes.
• Coordinate with engineering team and cross-functionally, as needed, to achieve effective management and closure of engineering changes.
• Develop, continuously improve, and implement processes and procedures.
• Create and update Variant Matrix and BOM in SAP, working files, and related systems.
• Compliance with safety audits (hazard identification, risk assessment and control).
• Basic understanding of Grammer specific regulatory requirements.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Analytical mindset

Autonomous work

Project leadership

Timeline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.

As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution, and logistics sites in 20 countries.

GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.

Culture:

Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.

What we are looking for:

Grammer is looking for an Engineering Change Coordinator to join our location in Shannon, MS. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team and the Americas Region!

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for the feasibility and management of engineering changes, ensuring costs, planning, and resources
• Ensure risks are considered and mitigated wherever possible throughout the entire process
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives in the processes for implementing engineering changes
• Support engineering change initiatives and proposals for cost savings
• Review and approval of circular data(s) for all series platforms
• Develop and implement corrective and/or preventive actions throughout the development of engineering changes
• Update the SAP system - Routings, WC, and CC for the platforms, using information shared by the engineering team
• Maintain the SAP system, focusing on Engineering-related activities (CC02/SCASE/WF/Investments/etc.)
• Meet with and coordinate with Project Managers, customers, Engineering team members, and other internal customers
• Escalate issues and necessary details to the appropriate leaders
• Implement Part History for all plant platforms
• Ensure that updating the Part History is a standard activity for series engineers with every engineering change
• Provide timely follow-up on engineering sample or prototype delivery dates for the entire department
• Active participation on the shop floor for platforms undergoing changes
• Responsible for 5S and controlling entries/exits from the engineering cage for samples and special materials related to ECMs
• Coordinate with engineering team and cross-functionally, as needed, to achieve effective management and closure of engineering changes
• Develop, continuously improve, and implement processes and procedures
• Create and update Variant Matrix and BOM in SAP, working files, and related systems
• Compliance with safety audits (hazard identification, risk assessment and control)
• Basic understanding of Grammer specific regulatory requirements

What you will bring along:

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering and/or related field preferred
• Automotive industry experience preferred, manufacturing experience required
• Extensive SAP experience preferred
• Effective cross-functional communication and information management
• Core Tools, FMEA, CP, APQP, PPAP, GD&T, blueprint and drawing interpretation.
• Analytical mindset
• Experienced individual contributor with ability to self-motivate and function autonomously
• Experienced in successfully leading projects and managing resources
• Experience managing internal and external customer expectations
• Proven ability to create, manage, and meet timelines
• Proven ability to identify areas of improvement, identify a solution, and carry out solutions to suitability
• Ability to navigate various working environments and cultures and adapt working style as needed to accomplish goals
• Able to see the “big picture” and plan the means and resources needed to implement the strategic vision needed meet deadlines and goals