Senior Materials Engineer

Tata Technologies; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies is seeking a Senior Composites Engineer in Livonia, MI, to provide engineering and program management support for the Advanced Composites department. The successful candidate will work on multiple composite programs, ensuring quality products that meet customer expectations.

The role involves leading and coaching junior engineers, developing composite material solutions, and managing all production logistic activities. Knowledge of CAD software and aerospace quality requirements is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of composite experience in an Automotive environment.
• Ability to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software systems.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, Six Sigma, and Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and program management for multiple composite programs.
• Develop work instructions, tooling plans, and manufacturing aids.
• Manage, lead, train, and mentor program team(s).

Skills

Composite experience in an Automotive environment

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Knowledge of Lean principles

Knowledge of Aerospace quality requirements

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Computer Aided Engineering (CAE)

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Knowledge of mechanical testing

Ability to work with automotive systems

Job description

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Job Summary: The Senior Composites Engineer will provide engineering and program management support for the Advanced Composites department. The role will ensure quality products are produced that meet or exceed customer expectations while ensuring program objectives are met within the budget and scope of the program. The role will support department leadership with quoting and estimating tasks while also coaching junior composite engineers. The Senior Composites Engineer will provide technical support to the production of quality composite products.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering and program management for multiple composite programs for multiple customers.
• Work with design team to provide detailed production specifications for composite products.
• Support more complex and challenging programs from inception to delivery.
• Develop work instructions, tooling plans, manufacturing aids and overall composite manufacturing process.
• Support sales efforts by providing quotes and estimates.
• Develop composite material solutions.
• Manage business aspects of multiple concurrent programs and ensure financial targets and timing are met while maintaining established quality standards.
• Manage, lead, train, coach, and mentor program team(s) related to their job responsibilities. Plan, schedule, and oversee project manager activities and monitor program(s) status.
• Managing all production logistic activities associated with materials, labor, budgeting, and production for assigned programs(s).
• Act as liaison with the customer and program staff to properly identify and process scope changes, address issues and communicate regarding program milestones. Actively maintain customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and quality of service.
• Develop and execute large program plans. Manage day-to-day build operations supporting department management. Manage the execution of continuous quality improvement activities.
• Collect data from customers, suppliers, Bill of Material, and other resources to prepare presentations and reports. Review program(s) status daily and report percentage of completion.
• Provide coaching and support for junior composite Engineers.

Key Must Have's:

• 4+ years of composite experience in an Automotive environment
• Ability to use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software systems.
• Knowledge of Lean principles, Six Sigma, 5S practices and of Quality Management Systems (QMS) standards.
• Knowledge of Aerospace quality requirements (AS9100).
• Knowledge of Project Management Professional (PMP) principles.
• Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) abilities.
• Knowledge of mechanical testing.
• Ability to work with automotive systems.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Tata Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other conditions of employment or career development.