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DRIVE YOUR CAREER
Lear Corporation is the leading Tier 1 automotive supplier serving all of the world's major automotive manufacturers with our world-class automotive seating and automotive electrical products. Our products are developed and produced by a diverse, talented team of more than 165,000 people. With operations in 39 countries, Lear operates in every major automotive manufacturing region in the world.
For our globally positioned and successful teams, we are looking for dedicated talents with zest for action and enthusiasm. If you love challenges, want to experience development opportunities unrestrained, and want recognition that pays off, then you've come to the right place with Lear.
SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - WELDING
SEATING HEADQUARTERS - SOUTHFIELD, MI
As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for driving development through production launch of metal seat structures and mechanisms, with a highly specialized focus on welding technologies.
YOUR ROLE
Your work will include, but not be limited to:
- Typical processes consist of: stampings, weldments, rivets, fasteners, clinching and various other automated and manual assembly methods and practices.
- Develop and manage project budgets throughout the life of a program.
- Prepare quote requests.
- Evaluate and compare initial source quotes and processes.
- Manage all aspects of equipment and tool build at external equipment integrators.
- Maximizes efficiency by analyzing: line layouts, workflow, assembly methods, change-over-fixtures and tooling, gauges, work-in-process (WIP) handling.
- Main point of contact with production plants throughout the program development and launch. Responsible for technical support as needed thereafter.
- Work with Product Engineering to ensure parts and assemblies are designed and toleranced to allow manufacturing best practices to be used.
- Work with Quality Engineers to Develop Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) requirements such as: Process Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (PFMEA), Process Flow Charts, and Control Plans.
- Support Program Management generated macro-schedules with detailed timing, to ensure that all project milestones are tracked and completed on time.
- Relies on broad depth of knowledge and expertise to plan and accomplish goals.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required and expected.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- BS degree in welding, mechanical engineering, or manufacturing is a minimum requirement.
- 10+ years metals manufacturing experience (GMAW, resistance welding & assembly processes)
- Understanding of fixture design, part fit up, process parameters, equipment.
- Ability to understand cut and etch and welding validation requirements.
- Must be well versed in GD&T and ability to read prints.
- Possess strong verbal/written communication skills.
- Must be highly organized.
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and also work well in a team environment.
- Possess strong leadership skills.
- Proficient with MS office software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Project & AutoCAD is a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel for extended periods within US & Mexico, (2-3) week intervals.
BONUS IF YOU HAVE
- Experience with automotive companies.
- Experience with mechanisms or seating.
- 4+ years Laser welding experience.
Required Skills
Required Experience