Launch Engineering Lead - Assembly & PPAP Champion

AUTOKINITON; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AUTOKINITON is seeking an experienced Assembly Engineering Leader to drive the execution of propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components projects. You will lead assembly process meetings, keep tooling timing on track, and interface with internal teams to ensure equipment status is current.

You will manage tool designs, fabrication, tryout materials, and launch support across projects. The role reports to the Sr.

Qualifications

• Eight years minimum experience in automotive/metals/assembly environments.
• Two years of project management experience.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot workflow problems and drive improvements.
• Experience with metal joining is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing concepts and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly process meetings and manage tooling timing charts.
• Interface with internal departments to track equipment status.
• Manage and maintain the assembly project incl. tool designs and launch support.
• Maintain open issues log and lessons learned log for assemblies.
• Lead engineering changes and ensure PPAP readiness.
• Provide performance feedback and mentor direct reports.
• Coordinate installation with the plant schedule and other activities.
• Interface with customers and suppliers as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing concepts

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

AUTOKINITON is seeking an experienced Assembly Engineering Leader to drive the execution of propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components projects. You will lead assembly process meetings, keep tooling timing on track, and interface with internal teams to ensure equipment status is current.

You will manage tool designs, fabrication, tryout materials, and launch support across projects. The role reports to the Sr.