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General Description - Provide advance product and manufacturing design support to IAC manufacturing facilities, IAC product design team, and OEM to assure manufacturing feasibility and robust processes are driven into product design from a secondary tool perspective - Assist IAC plants in the development of RFQ, quote reviews/vetting, sourcing decision, and technical discussions with IAC management & OEM’s. - Assist in optimizing manufacturing efficiency and quality standards through the implementation of improved processes, materials, methods, and facilities. - Support manufacturing facility - Manage activities / others related to the tool design, construction, budget and timing of secondary machine / fixture builds for new program launches. - Provide tooling leadership to project teams to support customer needs - Manage secondary machine / fixture build activities with suppliers to meet IAC program timing, cost and quality objectives. Engineering Leadership - Lead, develop, and mentor a team of product engineers and technical professionals. - Establish engineering priorities and resource plans aligned with business objectives. - Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. - Support talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives. - Drive technical problem-solving utilizing structured methodologies. Product Development - Direct product engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, including concept development, feasibility assessments, design reviews, validation, launch, and production support. - Ensure designs meet customer specifications, regulatory requirements, manufacturing capabilities, and cost objectives. - Oversee design validation plans, testing activities, and engineering sign-offs. - Lead engineering change management processes and product optimization efforts. - Support advanced engineering and innovation initiatives to enhance product performance and competitiveness. Program and Launch Management - Partner with Program Management to ensure engineering deliverables are completed on schedule and within budget. - Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans. - Support APQP activities, including DFMEA, DVP&R, design reviews, and launch readiness assessments. - Provide engineering leadership during new product launches and major engineering changes. - Ensure lessons learned are captured and incorporated into future programs. Customer Interface - Serve as the primary engineering contact for assigned customers. - Participate in customer design reviews, technical discussions, and program status meetings. - Address customer concerns, warranty issues, and product quality concerns through root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. - Support business development activities by providing technical expertise during customer quotations and product development discussions. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Tooling, and Commercial teams to achieve business objectives. - Support cost reduction, value engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives. - Collaborate with suppliers on component development and technical requirements. - Ensure effective communication and alignment across global and regional stakeholders. Quality and Compliance - Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, industry standards, and internal engineering procedures. - Support IATF 16949, ISO, safety, and regulatory compliance activities. - Participate in customer audits and technical reviews. - Promote product reliability, durability, and manufacturability throughout development and production. Financial and Strategic Responsibilities - Support engineering budget development and resource planning. - Drive productivity improvements and engineering efficiency initiatives. - Evaluate emerging technologies and market trends to support future product strategies. - Contribute to strategic planning and organizational improvement initiatives. Position Specific Requirements (PSR) - Champion the preproduction machine run-offs and approval processes to assure prompt PPAP based quoted cycle times and OEE’s - Participate in cost negations pertaining to tool and engineering change costs - Support pre-production machine start up at IAC Manufacturing plants during the PPAP process - Provide technical support to IAC Manufacturing plants on troubleshooting existing manufacturing processes and/or product lines to achieve customer quality standards and profit objectives. - Assist in optimizing manufacturing efficiency and quality standards through the implementation of improved processes, materials, methods, and facilities. - Ensure projects are executed with the proper safety devices per OSHA, NFPA, ANSI and IAC Standards Physical Requirements - Must have flexibility to work at and travel to IAC plant locations and supplier locations. - 20%-30% of your time will be spent traveling supporting position requirements. Education - (4) yr ME Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Experience - 7–10 years’ experience in machine / fixture design, construction/build, & follow-up for interior trim automotive components (Floor Consoles, Instrument Panels. Hard Trim, or Doors). - Automotive experience with past programs / interior trim launches - Ability to resolve issues quickly and to recognize and resolve threats to program objections Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Must have good negotiating skills. Position involves reviewing and establishing tool costs with suppliers and OEM cost analyst - Must be able to work independent of direct supervision, especially when away from the office - Must be able to work as a member of the launch team, be proficient at working with all levels of the organization, while maintaining a sense of individual accountability and responsibility Automotive experience with past programs / interior trim launches - Excellent time management and project management skills. - Must have good written and oral skill sets, be proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while managing a team