Lead Analysis Engineer

Group Presentation

thyssenkrupp is an international industrial and technology group with around 98,000 employees. In the fiscal year 2023/2024, the company generated sales of €35 billion in 47 countries. Its business activities are bundled in five segments: Automotive Technology, Decarbon Technologies, Materials Services, Steel Europe and Marine Systems. With extensive technology know-how, the businesses develop innovative solutions for the challenges of the future, especially in the fields of climate protection, the energy transition, digital transformation in the industry and mobility of the future.

Company Presentation

Our Automotive Technology business is passionate about the automotive industry and produces as well as markets high-tech automotive components worldwide. With over 20,000 employees, we are responsible for the success of this business. Our product and service range includes chassis technologies such as steering and damper systems and the assembly of axle systems as well as powertrain components for conventional and alternative engines. We also develop assembly systems for body-in-white construction and produce lightweight car body components in series.

thyssenkrupp Presta North America is a global leader in automotive components technology and the leading steering systems supplier for the automotive industry. thyssenkrupp Presta North America provides the industry with high-quality manual and electric steering columns, rack and pinion steering gears, and electric power assisted steering gears. thyssenkrupp Presta North America is part of the thyssenkrupp Presta AG group, headquartered in Eschen, Liechtenstein. In 2003, our manufacturing facility was established in the South Industrial Park of Terre Haute, Indiana. Beginning with just one assembly line, a handful of employees and 58,000 square feet, the company has grown to over 450 employees and 224,000 square feet. In addition, we have an office on northeast side of Indianapolis where the Procurement and Supplier Development Department, Business Development and Product Engineering are now located. We have a third location in Troy, Michigan which houses our Sales Engineering, Logistics Distribution Center for USA, and Customer Resident Engineering.

Your Responsibilities

This position is part of the regional Claim and Analysis Center, as part of thyssenkrupp Steering unit division, established to meet customer requirements and support problem resolution for warranty returns in the region. The engineering office and laboratory are located in Fishers, Indiana. The primary responsibility of this role is to coordinate and facilitate analysis-related activities, focusing on technical root cause investigations. The position is designated as onsite, requiring the employee to perform their duties in the company's designated lab. Hybrid or remote work arrangements are not supported by this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform technical root cause analysis, particularly for electrical issues, while supporting mechanical and noise-related investigations.
• Definition and execution of failure-oriented tests, measurements, and evaluations, and ensure proper documentation of results.
• Coordinate and manage day-to-day analysis lab activities, including scheduling and task delegation.
• Coordinate improvement initiatives based on key performance indicators and customer requirements.
• Oversee lab processes, review documentation, and assist with the introduction of new equipment or tools.
• Facilitate conflict resolution measures within the team, ensuring urgent matters are addressed promptly.
• Monitor equipment needs, maintenance, and calibration activities, and assist with purchase orders when necessary.
• Serve as the main point of communication for the analysis lab team, working closely with the Head of the Claim and Analysis Center, and escalating issues when needed.
• Develop and maintain the skill and competence matrix for team members and assist in the development and follow-up of development plans.
• Coordinate training sessions and monitor the status of training plans to ensure continuous team development.
• Assist in audit and customer visit preparations within the analysis lab.
• Perform other tasks in alignment with individual goal-setting agreements and the company's quality strategy.

Candidates preferably meet with the following criteria:

• Strong teamwork and conflict resolution skills, with an emphasis on resource management.
• E/E background with experience in Electrical Control Units.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of hardware and software interfaces, particularly in steering system design.
• Strong customer focus during daily work is a must.
• Experience with electrical/mechanical testing and measurement equipment and methods.
• Self-motivated, analytical, and organized, with the ability to work systematically to fulfill requirements.
• Familiarity with IATF standards, field failure analysis, ESD, and health & safety standards is a plus

Supervisory Responsibilities: This role works directly with the Head of the Claim and Analysis Center to manage daily lab operations. This role is not supervisory but involves coordinating tasks, facilitating communication, and ensuring smooth workflow within the lab environment.

This position is an on-site role working out of Fishers, IN office.

Your Profile

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience in manufacturing process, laboratory, quality assurance, research and development are an advantage. Managerial experience is a plus.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.