Production Engineer

at  Oetiker

Company Description
‘Team Oetiker’ means connecting with over 2,000 people in 32 countries and at 13 manufacturing sites. We are the leading provider of high-end connecting solutions for automotive and industrial applications. Our clamps, rings, straps and quick connectors can be found on virtually every car in the world and in millions of home plumbing systems and appliances. We are a privately owned, family-run business, with a long-term perspective and a focus on sustainable business success. Sound like a place where you want to be? Connect with us!
Job Description

As part of the Oetiker Production Engineering team, you will be driving key development activities for various metal forming products and manufacturing processes:

• Provide engineering support for the design and development of new and existing products, processes, equipment and tooling while maintaining KPIs and ensuring quality – ZeroDefect mentality
• Lead, coordinate and collaborate project engineering activities and cross-functional teams by applying agile project management methodologies and utilization of latest collaboration tools (MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
• Utilize technical risk management tools according to AIAG standards
• Define technical requirements, manage suppliers and provide adequate training/ support to various departments during the implementation of deliverables throughout the various APQP Phases
• Manage the assembly of production machines and tooling, ensuring a smooth hand-over to production by preparing Technical Work Instructions, reports and taking action to the closure of open items
• Conduct Functional Acceptance Testing and product validations
• Provide problem-solving support for production continuous improvement activities (OPS) and non-conformities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven drive (energy, determination, motivation) with a can-do/go-and-see mentality
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and negotiate effectively across all levels and all functions of the organization
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills in English
• Critical thinker and problem solver
• Project Management, self-directed organization & attention to detail
• Comprehensive knowledge of Tool & Die design and general machining skills
• Thorough understanding of GD&T practices

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years’ experience as Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineer with focus on Product, Process, or Testing, preferably in an automotive, high volume or metal stamping manufacturing environment(s)
• Mechanical Engineering (BSc, MSc) or Engineering Technologist Diploma combined with relevant work experience
• Experienced in Quality Systems such as IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
• Design / Process Design: 3D-CAD experience, preferably SolidWorks

Please refer the Job description for details