SUMMARY:
NEW VACANCY!
Our client in the automotive industry has an open position for a Temp Pilot Hall Engineer - Body Product based in Kariega/Uitenhage.
POSITION INFO:
Brief Role Description
As part of the Process Planning production team, the incumbent will be responsible for the introduction of new models and model year changes through Pre-series Build as well as to ensure that a vehicle is delivered consistently and according to the required KONZERN quality levels and meets the customers’ expectations throughout the life cycle of the product.
Possible Tasks within this Role
- Assisting supporting departments in pre-series build
- Supporting launch team with facility functionality, dimensional milestones, Meister bock acceptance, surface quality improvements, corrosion milestones and 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 written and visual presentations on corrective actions at Management Reviews
- Managing of 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)
Qualification requirements- National N Diploma /National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Candidates must be a qualified Toolmaker (Tool-, Jig- and Die-maker)
Experience needed- Have at least 3 years technical experience in the automotive industry and extensive knowledge of the vehicle production process
- 3 – 5 years’ experience on Jigs and Fixtures, Or 3 – 5 years measuring experience in Jigs and Fixtures
Essentials- 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 (able to communicate at all levels, through presentations, verbal and in writing)
- Be willing to work overtime at short notice and willing to work shifts, be on call out/Standby.
- Be competent in Microsoft Packages (e.g. Excel and PowerPoint)
Added Advantage- German language proficiency
- Experience in (CATIA, CAD, Hyper KVS)
- Previous Body Shop / Vehicle dimensional experience
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