Sr. Advance Product Integration Engineer

AM General•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us. We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith! We are R esponsive We have I ntegrity We are D ynamic We exhibit E xcellence GENERAL SUMMARY Support the assessment and execution of product integration strategies across AM General’s product portfolio. Drive collaboration with product engineering, design, supply chain, operations and quality on the planning and execution of integration strategies to include vertical integration, in-sourcing and out-sourcing and resourcing efforts to maximize value capture.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Technology or Industrial Technology or equivalent experience with an emphasis in manufacturing processes is preferred.
7+ years manufacturing engineering experience is required
5+ years leadership and/or management experience in an automotive environment is required
Strong verbal and written communication skills essential
Strong skills in CNC programing tooling design and capital equipment purchases is essential
Strong skills in metal fab processes and related tooling/fixture design is essential
Experience leading a cross functional engineering/manufacturing team to execute the production of a new part with a new process
Strong computer skills in MS Office applications

Nice To Haves

Green Belt in Lead Six Sigma is a plus
Experience with A3 Problem Solving is a plus

Responsibilities

Working cross-functionally to support the assessment and prioritization of opportunities to maximize AM General’s product integration strategies.
Lead process data collection and analysis efforts around development, tool selection, fixture design, automation, production implementation and lean concepts to ensure all relevant factors are captured for proper cost and value analysis.
Working cross-functionally to support the development and validation of manufacturing requirements, systems, and other procedures for integration.
Establish and maintain a set of base key performance indicators to enable management reporting to cost, schedule and performance.
Be the lead product engineering liaison in support of effective engineering change management procedures and policies as it relates to value integration initiatives.
Support the analysis and development of capital appropriation forecasts and budgets tied to product integration strategies.
Be the lead product engineering liaison for discussions with senior management regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes
Be the lead product engineering liaison working with operations on the assessment and planning around plant layout, plant tooling and equipment as it relates to product integration strategies.
Manage the development of plans for industrial modernization and expansion as well as ensure the latest technologies are implemented where feasible
Support the development and implementation of procedures, controls, and cost reduction programs to ensure product integration strategies are executed to cost and schedule.