Process Engineer: Start-Up Assembly & Supplier Liaison

Dana Incorporated; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering professional to support prototype and production parts procurement, manage BOMs, and coordinate with suppliers using Dana MRP system.

You will liaise with Quality Engineers, interpret drawings and standards (GD&T), and help drive DOS and 5S initiatives while ensuring timely delivery and continuous department improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with interpretation of component and assembly drawings and Engineering Specifications.
• Must understand GD&T.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools.
• Basic working knowledge of drivelines is preferred.
• Experience with basic MRP system functions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive input on prototype axle and driveshaft assemblies or components requirements and manage the procurement and assembly processes to ensure timely delivery of finished goods.
• Procure and process prototype and production parts with suppliers across various commodities and process capabilities.
• Communicate quality expectations and data requirements to suppliers for purchased materials and supplier processes, coordinating with Dana Quality Engineers.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Samples Department and other Dana Departments.
• Identify and procure assembly tooling required for the Samples Department’s axle and driveshaft builds.
• Utilize Dana MRP System in support of Purchase Requirements (Purchase Requisitions) and Build Requirements including Bill of Material creation, Work Order creation, and others.
• Interpret blueprints and specifications for components, assemblies and tooling.
• Perform other assigned duties incidental to the occupation.
• Support and execution of 5S Objectives.
• Execution of Dana Operating System (DOS) Objectives
• Support and active involvement in department improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned by Management

Skills

Procurement

MRP systems

Vendor management

BOM management

Communication

Education

Mechanical Engineering

GD&T knowledge

Driver's license

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Dana Incorporated in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering professional to support prototype and production parts procurement, manage BOMs, and coordinate with suppliers using Dana MRP system.

You will liaise with Quality Engineers, interpret drawings and standards (GD&T), and help drive DOS and 5S initiatives while ensuring timely delivery and continuous department improvement.