Key Responsibilities: 

• Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the production equipment. 

• Development of process documentation, including process stack sheets, process routings, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans. 

• Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment. 

• Lead the tryout and evaluation of new machinery and equipment. 

• Provide technical support to plant operations. 

• Develop and implement major Capital Appropriations Projects. 

• Development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions. 

• Provides a physical presence in the workplace. 

Competencies and Behaviors: 

• Adhering to the highest standards in what we do. We succeed through integrity, trust, and quality as we drive for results.  

• Drive a positive customer experience. We deliver better outcomes when we understand our customers’ needs and execute appropriately.  

• Improve the way the world works.  We develop better solutions through innovation and a continuous desire to improve. 

• Leveraging the power of teamwork.  We develop better solutions by working together toward a common goal.   

Qualifications: 

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience 

Experience: 

Required: 

• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience required. 

• High level of analytical ability. 

• Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management. 

• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management. 

• The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others. 

• The ability to multitask. 

• The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area. 

• The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management. 

• CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD). 

• Strong computer skills, including MS Office. 

• An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. 

• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: Machining of rotating components, Machining of prismatic components, Machining of gears, Assembly. 

• An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions. 

• Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks. 

• Preferred: 

• Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment. 

• Formal problem-solving training. 

• Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements. 

• An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts. 

• Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc. 

• An understanding of transmission fundamentals. 

• Experience in a manufacturing environment in a non-US location, including mentoring and training of non-US people 

• Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants).