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Senior Execution Engineer

  • Location
    • Bedford, Indiana
  • Schedule Full time
  • Posted

Description

The Execution Engineering Team excels in the development, testing, implementation and execution of new die cast programs, platforms and technology. This group is unique in that by working across multiple levels of the GM technical groups, OEM's and suppliers, the complex problems of high pressure die casting are developed into controlled manufacturing processes.

The specific purpose of this position is to lead the furnace installation for future die cast projects. By working in a cross functional team of die casting engineers, you will perform casting manufacturing projects by following a systematic engineering process of evaluation, development, validations, technology transfer leading into and supporting the production launch and processing.

Specifically responsible and directly involved in the development of manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling and alternatives, sequences, operations, utilizations for the production of structural castings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate technical knowledge of foundry processes and ability to apply concepts in a manufacturing environment
  • Support Launch Wall process via Manufacturing Validations, Build Plans, PPAP and related engineering procedures
  • Support testing and installations of equipment, tooling and technologies both on and off site
  • Lead, support and present the analysis of casting defects
  • Assist in process, tooling and equipment testing, troubleshooting and implementations
  • Develop process documentation, Process flow diagrams, PCP, PFMEA, TIS, and related technical documents as necessary for a program launch
  • Analyze first time quality data and optimize processes using DOE, Red X, and related statistical tools

Additional Description

Required Qualifications

• Expert technical knowledge and ability in process engineering disciplines (PPAP, MOC, MFEMA, BOE, BOP)

• Expert knowledge and ability to install Induction & Electric furnaces 

• Expert knowledge Die cast process

• Expert knowledge Pre-Machining process

• Expert knowledge and ability to install launders 

• Proven ability in project management skills and ability to teach others

• Demonstrated applications of plant floor and product design improvements for manufacturing

• Global Exposure working with others from other regions to complete projects

• 7-10 years plant level experience

• Proven mobility - domestic or International

Preferred Skills

  • Prior Supervisory skills
  • Expert knowledge and ability to implement General Motors Systems principles
  • Experience with lead or train GMS and 4 walls application within site or program

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