Motor Lead Engineer

Description

Position Summary:

This position will be part of the xEV Regional PE group for Electric Vehicle products and will be responsible for activity and support for Motor programs. Focus for engineering lead will be responsible for activities to establish equipment, processes, and quotations for programs related to Motor products. This role will identify synergy potentials across programs, best practices, manage resources ensure cost efficiency and drive synergies of similar products.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, And Skills)

• 4year University Degree in Related Field and 10 years related work experience
• Engineering skills including knowledge of control systems, robotics, mechanics, pneumatics, optical inspection and computer programming.
• A demonstrable leadership and organizational excellence record including multiple departmental management experience.
• Ability to delegate and follow up on multiple functions and deadlines utilizing PDCA.
• Ability to make quick, accurate, data driven decisions and utilize excellent problem solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy with both personal computers and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to develop and mentor all levels of associates.
• Willingness to support the corporate culture with an absolute focus on ethics and fairness

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, And Skills)

• Work experience within automotive industry, with emphasis in electro/mechanical devices
• Knowledge of EV components such as inverters and motors
• Knowledge of Quality/Business systems such as IATF16949, PPAP, CAPA, NPI (New Product Introduction), APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and principles IPC regulations
• Well organized, attention to detail and able to handle multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills to prepare and present information to all levels of associates, management and customers both verbally and written
• Ability to lead projects obtaining the support of multiple departments and organizations

Essential To Job Functions – Physical And/or Mental Restrictions

• Ability to work flexible schedule including all shifts and days as needed
• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting
• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen
• Ability to travel for business (Domestic and Overseas)

Software

• Intermediate experience required in Windows, MSWord, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Project Management Software preferred (MS Project)
• Experience in CAD ware ( AutoCad, or other)
  
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Make sound business decisions, exercise good judgment and maintain high level of motivation
• Maintain effectiveness in high visibility situations, handle multiple functions efficiently and ensure deadlines are mainteained/achieved
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of organization needed
• Confers with and prepares reports for corporate management
• Maintain functional knowledge of processes, procedures and equipment within manufacturing
• Promote and carry out the Hitachi Core Values
  
  
  

Work Environment – Travel, Noise, Smells, Quiet, Indoors or Outdoors, etc.

• Requires 25% travel – Domestic and International (may include short term assignment in foreign country)
• Open-Office Setting
• Factory Setting with Noise
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

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