Senior Prototype Development Engineer

IntroductionCollaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at our company. As one of the world's most admired brands, we are growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to grow and challenge what's possible with us.Required Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Weld Engineering).4 years of experience working on vehicle programs in either manufacturing, production engineering, PD, Design, or QE.Proficient communication skills.Deep understanding of tooling (design and manufacturing) & Welding and Painting process planning.Proficient in body accuracy and related measurement equipment, model set, fixture and part scanning.Proficient with 3D CAD (Catia) - CATIA/CARROT 3 Robot Offline Programming.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to act as a representative of NA R&D to TMC, manufacturing, affiliates, and suppliers.Ability & willingness to coach and mentor less experienced engineers/co-ops.Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, up to 20% of the time.Willingness to work overtime up to 25% of the time including weekends.Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry.Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.Preferred Skills & QualificationsExperience in other engineering fields such as design, procurement, quality, or manufacturing.Master's degree in engineering.Experience using PolyWorks.Experience in LSW (Laser Screw Welding) or Self Piercing Rivets.Completed TBP with Panel.Completion of JKK.Completion of OJD.Terrace Experience in managing 3D Data.Experience supporting equipment installations for weld or painting equipment.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesLead preparation of tooling, process planning, and suppliers during prototype builds to ensure highest quality and on-time vehicle delivery.Start with early process planning for jigs and tooling and finish with leading CV build activity for welding and paint processes.Grasp key project requirements to set early process targets and strategy.Develop and maintain Operation Plan (OP) for in-house process, tooling, and vendor activity.Clear communication of deliverables to project team and Senior manager.Operation Plan tracking in-house process and tooling to meet project goals.Attend project meetings and negotiate countermeasures.Summarize status and report to upper management weekly.Attend prototype vendors for part kento-kai, fixture approval, and weekly status meetings.Track and follow responsible processes, tooling, and vendor issues to closure.Chair meetings with in-house shop and other groups to monitor vehicle build progress.Travel to supply base to review parts prior to shipment.Track and resolve quality problems.Measure and adjust In-House tooling, N&P check welded sub-assemblies.For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.