Execution Zone Engineer

Job Description

Responsibilities:

1. Safety & Compliance Support

• Complete all required company safety training per calendar year (Lockout Energy, G‑RISK, SCM, G‑COMPLY, etc.).
• Follow established safety procedures and standards.
• Participate in Safety Observation Tours (SOTs) as assigned.
• Support and Assure G‑COMPLY and G‑RISK tagging activities under direction.

2. Process & Standard Work Support

• -Support development and maintenance of METL content with Strategic Suppliers.
• Provide data, clarification, and verification aligned to TIS references.
• Cross‑check METL items versus CME Special Tool Lists.
• Support ZE or Process Group translating METL data into plant‑specific TIS.

3. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Participate in PDT, CIT, Virtual Builds, and Look‑Ahead events.
• Capture and communicate issues, gaps, and lessons learned.
• Support integration of PPI / IVER lessons learned into process content.

4. Tooling & Equipment Development Support

• Support tooling and M&E kickoff meetings.
• Track actions and open issues.
• Support design reviews and MEGA 1 / MEGA 2 documentation.
• Provide detailed tool inputs such as spindle, sockets, and protections.

5. Engineering Change & Documentation Support

•  Support ECR execution in e‑Merge.
•  Provide technical input and impact reviews.
•  Reference Vision BoE for ECR/EWO support.
•  Pull and Support the generation of MAA/MAB numbers using MESC when requested.

6. Launch & Installation Support

•  Support build events, installations, and launch activities.
•  Track open tooling and M&E issues using Zone Boards.
•  Support startup, tune‑in, and debug activities.
•  Support GACR during installation windows.

7. Visual Management & Reporting

•  Support development and maintenance of Zone Boards.
•  Prepare status updates and issue summaries.
•  Participate in Zone Board and integration meetings.

8. Supplier & Plant Interface Support

•  Support supplier plant walks, layouts, and data collection.
•  Provide product math, parts, container, and carrier data.
•  Support containerization development and interface validation.
•  Confirm spare parts documentation availability.

9. Validation, Quality & Continuous Improvement

•  Support Level 3 PFMEA development.
•  Support validation and pre‑validation activities.
•  Assist plant TIP and CI activities.

10. Planning & Forecasting Support

•  Support timing reviews and plant downtime alignment.
•  Assist shopping cart forecasting and data accuracy.

Other responsibilities will include:

• You will analyze and implement product or machinery designs for the best method for manufacturing processes
• You will propose and evaluate the processes for equipment in assigned area
• Direct the design, development, and/or improvement of manufacturing processes for assigned area
• You will keep regular contact with partners outside the work group
• You will provide direction to small group of technical employees
• You may evaluate or monitor expenditures for processes and/or equipment.

Requirements:

• Advanced English proficiency, capable of maintaining professional conversations.

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electromechanics, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the automotive industry

• Experience in assembly processes within manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of Industrial Engineering, including:

  Line balancing, Ergonomics and Process analysis

• Knowledge of mechanical design and proficiency with CAD software.

• ​Experience in developing and optimizing manufacturing layouts.

• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

• Preferred: Experience with Teamcenter.

Competencies:

• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving capabilities.

In case you need any reasonable adjustment to continue with your process, let your recruiter know.

Remember to attach your CV when applying to this vacancy. 

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