Launch Engineer

Company: Actalent
Location: Coolidge
Posted on: September 18, 2022

Job Description:

Launch Engineer Needed! Description:Chassis Launch Engineer (Contractor)Coolidge, AZ manufacturing plant with time spent at Headquarters in Phoenix.Youre passionate about a zero-emissions future and want to build something special. You want to own your space but work with talented, like-minded people on important projects. The pace doesnt scare you; it excites you. Quality and integrity matter to you.We feel exactly the same way.Drive Forward. Introduce yourself to us and lets start a conversation.We are currently on the lookout for a Launch Engineer to join the Chassis engineering team for 1 year with a strong possibility to become a permanent employee. In this role you will plan, schedule, organize, direct, and control the launch deliverables on an aggressive timeline.You Will: Blend Engineering and Manufacturing, you will be at the heart of the production launch process Work with main stakeholders in the completion of PPAP and quality inspections Help push from low volume to high volume at the Nikola vehicle assembly plant Proactively identify high risk areas in production and engineering design cycle Identify, root cause and track issues Communicate, facilitate and track part substitutions and rework Work with Design Engineers on necessary design changes through the production and vehicle launch process. Success in this role requires someone with expert experience with APQP (PPAP, FMEA, etc.), Gantt charts, open items, and responsibility tracking.You Have: Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience of 6 years in automotive Proven experience tracking the progress of multiple projects Familiarity with Chassis component and system design and function Excellent planning, collaboration, and facilitation skills to coordinate and leverage capabilities across a highly matrixed organization involving multiple products, channels & functions Data-driven problem-solving skills, with understanding of problem-solving tools and key performance indicators / metrics Ability to plan and manage complex projects crossing over many departmental lines Effective communication skills, written and oral, to all levels of the organization both technical and high level Strong organizational skills and problem-solving skills Energy / Flexible / Adaptable / Dynamic / can-do attitude High comfort and confidence level while giving presentations to a room of peers and/or stakeholders Ability to influence and thrive within a rapidly changing / growing matrix organization Liaison to the JV team in Germany with technical communication to both engineering teamsSkills:

• Launch vehicle
• Launch support,
• Launch product,
• Launch programs
• Root cause
• ECO
• Apqp
• Ppap
• FmeaHere is the info from Propulsion:
  • Past production launch experience (APQP)
  • Powertrain systems knowledgeable
  • OEM truck plant resident eng.
  • 5-10 years overall experience On Wed, May 25, 2022 at 5:37 PM Khali Kemple wrote:This should be helpful. I found that I sent this to Derek some time back...This talent will most likely not be found in AZ and would need to relocate for the duration of the contract. We are open to paying a monthly stipend to help with some of that cost or a higher hourly rate knowing this. I'm interested in learning how you partner with your nationwide team to find this talent. Many would come from the MI area I would assume. We can not guarantee positions after but would probably like to retain if there is an ideal perm role.Location insight from fellow recruiters: There's a recommendation to look into Casa Grande or Maricopa but little inventory, high costs and goes quick. Coolidge won't have much to offer. Sometimes Chandler is the "sweet spot". A wide spectrum of housing options, good schools, and a free company shuttle pick-up.Weekly Shuttle Schedule: Leaving HQ at 4:30 am-10 passenger van and 6 am-40 passenger bus starting at Nikola Motors Headquarters, 6:10 am-stopping at the Pecos park and ride on I10 and the 202 (16864 S 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85032)4:30 pm (40 passenger bus) and a 5 pm (10 passenger van return trip from the manufacturing facility back to the Pecos Park and Ride, proceeding to Headquarters on 4141 E. Broadway.Not sure how full the bus/van will be running in the future. Launch Engineers will help ensure that the System Teams that they are supporting are meeting the Program(s): Metrics & Timing Managing Inventory Supply Issues at the plant in coordination with purchasing, engineering, supplier quality, etc. Engineering Change Management Activities Manufacturing Build Concerns Experience Level:Intermediate LevelAbout Actalent: Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. Were supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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