What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Training and Development Engineer position at Yazaki?
Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.
Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we've strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we're on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen - and thrive in - the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.
Location : Canton, MI, USA
What we are looking for :
Yazaki is looking for a Sr. Training & Development Engineer to join our Core EDS Engineering team in Canton, MI. The Sr. Training & Development Engineer drives problem solving and process improvements through Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Black Belt projects, ensuring high quality engineering outcomes. They manage the Engineering New Hire Program, training curriculum, and instructor-led courses while maintaining records and reporting key metrics. This role represents YNCA Engineering in skill management initiatives and the Yazaki WWE Training Working Group. Additionally, they expand and align the Engineering Curriculum with skill frameworks, retain volunteer instructors, and develop a comprehensive skill matrix. By integrating DFSS methodologies, they enhance training effectiveness and support continuous improvement in engineering capabilities and workforce development.
What you will be doing :
- Manage the Engineering New Hire Program, schedule instructor-led courses, and oversee training records in SuccessFactors.
- Lead and support Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Yellow and Green Belt projects to drive problem-solving and improve engineering processes.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive skill management framework and skill matrix for Engineering with alignment with Global process
- Maintain, update, and align the 80 course Engineering Curriculum with skill management frameworks.
- Represent YNCA Engineering in skill management initiatives with Y-EMEA, HR, IT, and the Yazaki WWE Training Working Group.
- Recruit, retain, and grow a network of volunteer instructors from Business Units to teach training courses.
- Track, analyze, and report Engineering Training Metrics to drive continuous improvement.
UNIQUE TO Sr. Training Specialist
What you will bring to the table :
What we can provide you :
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP (H1-B, TN, OPT, etc).
Yazaki North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, handicap, veteran status, or other legally protected status or characteristic. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. Yazaki North America complies with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws and strives to keep the workplace free from all forms of harassment.
