Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

At Aptiv, we understand the full electrical architecture of today’s vehicles. This unique perspective gives us the expertise to design the most robust and innovative connection systems available, optimizing the cost and performance of the entire electrical system.

Aptiv never stops innovating when it comes to our complete portfolio of automotive connectors, terminals, seals and headers. Our wide range of robust, reliable and easy-to-use connection systems can address any application in the vehicle and enable future advancements in automotive design.

Your Role

The North American Connection Systems Team has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at the Champion Technical Center in Warren, Ohio. The chosen candidate will work hands-on with the Product and Operations teams to develop products and processes that will make the Automotive sector safer, greener, and more connected.

Key job responsibilities for this role include:

• Develop the manufacturing processes for new products from prototype to serial production
• Design and build tooling and fixturing to enable development projects
• Complete advanced manufacturing projects to improve upon existing methods and procedures
• Incorporate leading edge technology into Aptiv processes and designs
• Document work instructions, lessons learned, and provide project updates to management
• • Develop process estimates and a comprehensive Statement of Work to outline industrialization requirements for communication with Engineering, Plant, and Suppliers.
• Interact with suppliers to communicate requirements and drive project timelines
• Utilize data-driven decision making in all engineering decisions
• Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements
• 10% global and regional travel as required

Your Background (Must haves):

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology or similar
• An innate desire to problem solve and drive innovation in products and process
• The ability visualize and understand dynamic processes and component interactions
• Capable of working collaboratively with peers to transform ideas into technical concept drawings, CAD models, and bring designs to life in a lab or production environment.3 years of experience building/repairing/improving machines or processes in a manufacturing/shop environment.
• 3 years of experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment (i.e. engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, etc.)

Nice to have:

• Demonstrated proficiency using various CAD/CAM packages (i.e. SolidWorks, Solid Edge, AutoCAD, NX, Mastercam, Trumpf TruTops, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Skype, Teams, Visio, etc.)
• Proficient in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and conducting Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Resourcefully innovative and adapts in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Strong presence, poise and persuasiveness to establish a high level of credibility quickly

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow! 

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