Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Vehicle and Parts Facilitator to support our product development and engineering teams. This role involves a mix of hands-on vehicle preparation, part fitment analysis using CAD tools, and workshop operations management. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and experience navigating the automotive development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Build Support: Assist engineering teams with vehicle preparation, including the installation, removal, and modification of parts.
Fitment & Quality Checks: Conduct physical part fitment checks and provide detailed feedback on engineering issues.
CAD Review: Utilize NX 3D CAD to review and verify parts against design specifications.
Vehicle Maintenance: Perform routine diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on development and fleet vehicles to ensure they meet safety and OEM standards.
Workshop Operations: Coordinate vehicle scheduling, manage parts inventory/test components, and maintain an organized, safe workshop environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with testing, quality, and supplier partners to support prototype part handling and traceability.
Qualifications
Education: Automotive mechanical/technical certificate or degree.
Experience: * Essential: 2 to 5 years of experience in vehicle and parts management.
* **Desirable:** 5+ years of experience in automotive service, vehicle builds, or engineering support.
* Intermediate proficiency in **NX CAD**.
* Strong mechanical skills for part installation and troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical, and system-level).
* Proper technical writing skills for vehicle documentation and reporting.
Professional Skills: Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Travel: Ability to travel locally between facilities and to supplier visits as needed.
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