Body Shop Product Engineer - Port Elizabeth
Portelizabeth
Responsibilities:
Assisting supporting departments in pre-series build
Supporting launch team with facility functionality, dimensional milestones, Meisterbock acceptance, surface quality improvements, corrosion milestones
Supporting series production and quality in achieving quality targets (Dimensional targets/Functional/Stability/BIW audits/Final Vehicle audit/DRR/Flow-out) fitment trials, problem detections and resolution
Investigating build/audit related problems (root cause analysis, establishment and implementation of corrective actions)
Assisting process engineer and CFT leader in designing and implementing new/modified facilities or gauges to improve the building process
Providing feedback in the form of a written and visual presentations on corrective actions at management reviews
Managing problem sheets (raising, follow-up and closure of problem sheets)
Ensuring stability of assemblies and coordinating the non-conformities found with relevant parties (parts, facilities and process)
Requirements
National N diploma/National diploma in mechanical engineering
Have at least 3 years technical experience in the automotive industry and extensive knowledge of the vehicle production process
Candidates must be qualified Toolmaker (Tool-jig and Die-maker) with 3 -5 years experience on Jigs and Fixtures
Be familiar with detailed technical drawings and fixture drawings
Have proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem solving
Be able to create detailed reports for distribution to relevant departments and senior management
Have good communication skills (verbal, writing, and presentations)
Be willing to work overtime at short notice and willing to work shifts on call out/standby
Be competent in Microsoft Packages (e.g. Excel and PowerPoint)
Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.