SubSystem Technical Lead (SSTL Exterior)

Basic Responsibilities:

Ensure PO's and TPO's are issued on time
Tracks source package through approvals
Help run down volume/STV issues to process source packages.
Review and support EBOM accuracy
Understand complexity of releases based on markets
Manage price class/differentiation for parts/systems.
Manage PDO issues/feasibility list
Represent CN/CCDs at CN review meetings
Drive CNs to decision, remove roadblocks.
Provide guidance to new engineers in group
DV/PV component/vehicle Start/Finsh tracking and reporting
Monitor current production quality (fast feedback, 3/36, Roush test fleet, Persegi fleet, FEW, SAQ, CPG/APG). Coordinate current prod. Quality calls
Support program launch (on-site where applicable)
Production Launch Manager
Confirm program timing objectives are met
Confirm program cost targets are achieved
Monitor/represent eCIMS for their components
Manage Tool kickoff process
Manage PDP
Manage Cost collaboration process
Provide market/useage information to engineer
Managing Step Deliverables
Pilot build coordination for their components
Scroll reviews
Assist on launch / fast feedback issues
Engineering Bulletins - responses and coordination
Travel budget forecasting (vehicle specific)
Program Review / Program Updates
EDD money approval and management.
Populate and maintain PDP based on program content.
Lead cost loops 1, 2 and 3 on new vehicles.
Manage PRI (Product Related Issues) process.
Review all program bulletins for affects to components.
Lead TCRs (Technical Cost Reductions).

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or similar.
8+ years of experience in the Automotive Industry.
Bilingual - Advanced technical level. * Oral and written communication skills including management level presentation experience.
DVP, DFMEA, PPAP, DV, PV testing, Dimensional Control.
First surface or Product Design Office experience. * Change management methods.

Preferred:

Preferred Qualifications:
MBA and/or Advanced Engineering Degree.
Design/Release of key components within the Exterior Trim commodity.
Reactive problem solving - Green belt certified.
Design For Six Sigma - Green belt certified.
Project Management certified.
Program management skills - including supplier development.