MDS Analyst

Hanon Systems; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanon Systems is seeking a Master Data Solutions (MDS) Analyst to support engineering changes and BOM data integrity in ERP systems (QAD, SAP). The role includes coordinating data setup in HPLM, performing CN/TC/CE responsibilities, and training power users across design, manufacturing, CAD, and purchasing.

Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of BOM/design engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in business or engineering, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent job experience (Business or Engineering).
• 3–5 years related experience with BOM and/or design engineering, preferably automotive HVAC.
• Experience with ERP systems and data integrity in engineering changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering change control, analysis & release service.
• Perform MDS specialist roles in HPLM (CN, TC, CE).
• Analyze data (HPLM, drawings) to catch errors and prevent downstream impact.
• Create/maintain BOMs in ERP (QAD, SAP) aligned with HPLM data.
• Coordinate data setup through HPLM workflow and ERP BOM changes.
• Global interface with cross-functional teams (PM, Eng, Manufacturing, MP&L, Finance, Purchasing).
• Support current and new model launches.
• Lead and provide power-user training for HPLM/SMM to ATC users.

Skills

Engineering Change Process

BOM management

Teamcenter (HPLM)

QAD

SAP

EnterProj

CAD

Microsoft Office Tools

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter (HPLM)

QAD

SAP

EnterProj

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a leading global provider of thermal and energy management solutions, Hanon Systems supplies a full line of products for internal combustion engines, and hybrid, electric and fuel cell vehicle automotive applications. Solutions include systems and components for thermal management and emissions control, powertrain cooling, and heating ventilation and air conditioning, including air handling modules, compressors, and fluid transport.

Moving beyond conventional climate control systems, Hanon Systems provides innovative solutions that are eco-friendly and designed for high-efficiency to bring value to customers and deliver occupant comfort.

Master Data Solutions - MDS Analyst

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engineering change control, analysis & release service.
• Perform Engineering Change - CN (Change Notice), TC (Temporary Change) & CE (Change Execution) MDS specialist roles in HPLM.
• Analyze data (HPLM, drawings) generated by Engineering (PD, Manufacturing) in order to catch errors & prevent any impact to downstream systems / users.
• Create / maintain BOMs & related data in ERP system (QAD, SAP) in line with the Engineering system (HPLM) to ensure accuracy of all changes.
• Coordinate data set-up through HPLM workflow process (Functional Roles), set-up BOM's in ERP system (QAD, SAP) & time in changes based on plant timing request.
• Global interface with cross-organizational teams (Program Management, Product Engineering, Manufacturing, Plant MP&L, Finance & Purchasing)
• Support all Current Model and New Model Launches.
• Training - Lead & provide all "Power User" training for HPLM / SMM to multiple ATC users groups (Product Design, Manufacturing, CAD, Plant MP&L, Purchasing, & Finance)
• BOM Accuracy (ERP), CN Audit (HPLM), Process Compliance (HPLM & ERP)
• Manage weekly ATC Engineering Change Meetings with Hanon Plants through Business Intelligence reporting to communicate & drive change from design (HPLM) to execution (ERP)

YEARS EXPERIENCE:

3-5 years related experience within Bill-of-Material and/or design engineering environment, preferably with automotive products in HVAC, Fluid Transport, compressors, valves, pumps, EGR or Heat Exchange

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree required and/or equivalent job experience (Business or Engineering)

DESIRED COMPETENCIES/EXPERIENCE

• Engineering Change Process experience.
• Bill-of-Material experience with understanding of HVAC, Compressor, Fluid Transport & Thermal experience preferred.
• System expertise preferred - Teamcenter (HPLM), QAD, SAP, EnterProj, CAD & Microsoft Office Tools.
• Global Problem-solving skills - ability to think out of the box, troubleshooting design/manufacturing Bill-of-Material issues, & HPLM system troubleshooting.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills - ability to hold weekly meetings with Hanon plants & cross-organizational teams.
• Excellent organizational & follow-up skills to support MDS main tasks & data accuracy.
• Ability to work closely with cross-organizational teams - great people skills.
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel may be required to suppliers, customers and corporate manufacturing plants; International travel as required.

Hanon Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.