Vehicle Engineer

JB Poindexter & Co•Loudon, TN

29d

About The Position

Ensure successful development and launch success for multiple projects related to core business orders, utilizing a gated development process and project management tools.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in an Engineering or Technology field with 5+years of experience in a Manufacturing environment
Problem-solving skills using various techniques and tools such as A3, 8D or similar
Excellent Project Management skills
Proven ability to navigate and modify components and assemblies within 3D CAD software.
Good Interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Fundamental knowledge of SolidWorks and PDM, DFMEA, FEA, DVP&R and similar.
Ability to work in a Team oriented environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Proven track record of large projects management on time and on budget
Requires skills in product design, stress analysis and strength of materials.

Responsibilities

Uses engineering tools to analyze designs to meet requirements for strength, functionality, ergonomics, safety and quality.
Complete product development and maintenance as required by using NPD gated process.
Provide technical guidance to external and internal suppliers
Communicates and coordinates with suppliers to develop specifications for products and/or components.
Lead efforts to complete layouts, prepare drawings and assist in creation of bills of material and Engineering Change Orders as required to support the project schedules
Identify any long-lead time purchased parts
Participate in the contract reviews, Scoping, PIE (Project Initiation Event) and other internal activities
Process manual orders and configured orders
Support cross-functional team activities.
Lead Verification of the chassis, pilot builds and pilot reviews
Work with manufacturing engineers to resolve design issues of vehicles in manufacturing
Utilizes CAD/modelling software for projects as required
Build and maintain the project schedule
Produces and implements designs and test procedures and presents those designs to managers and clients.
Assists in testing, evaluations modifications and re-testing of products
Participate in standardization efforts of vehicle designs
Work with Sales to quote vehicles that are appropriate and profitable to Morgan Olson
Participate in scoping of the resources and evaluation of the technical feasibility of a proposed vehicle
Adheres to Quality and Safety policy by exceeding customer expectations, being customer focused and supporting continuous improvement activities.
Performs other duties, assignments and special projects as assigned by direct supervisor