Engineer - Secondary Processing, Woodstock

"An Equal Opportunity Employer” It is the policy of North American Stamping Group to provide employment, training, promotion, and other conditions of Employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or status as a qualified individual with a disability or other status protected by law.

Come grow with us ... North American Stamping is expanding and looking to hire. We are looking for a

Engineer - Secondary Processing

to join our Sales&Engineering Team in Woodstock ON.

Your success is our success… Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, while making us one of the largest leading Tier II automotive stamping and assembly suppliers.

What you get in return…The most competitive pay in the industry based upon your skill level, along with a full benefits package.

The Engineer - Secondary Processing will support NASG quoting/sales for costing and implementation activities for all secondary (value add) processing across all production facilities.

Use of programming, controls, and engineering skills to perform improvements, assist plants in trouble shooting of existing, and development of new value-add equipment/processes for awarded business. To be involved in developing new welding techniques, new procedures, and new applications of welding and metal assembly equipment. Uses knowledge of the latest general engineering principles to improve machine efficiency and process improvement.

Responsible for coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects and quoting activities related to secondary processing to support the company’s strategy, commitments, and goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Develop, estimate&implement assembly tooling&equipment for NASG projects.

Develop, estimate and gain quotes for new assembly processes as future business dictates

Development of offline robotic simulations and programming

Assist in development of the most efficient process layouts and product flow based on TQPS

Participate in the planning and implementation of projects

Review customer requirements and identify best processes to achieve desired results

Participate in gathering and summary of vendor proposals and the vendor selection process

Develop engineering solutions to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to product or processes

Developing full scale processes and project plans

Monitor and report results based on“Data” and documentation of new launch projects and existing process improvements

Aid and support to project teams, as required

Present reports defining project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs

Establish, lead and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Manage relationship with suppliers and stakeholders

Ensure all tasks are delivered on time within scope

Develop project scopes and objectives involving all relevant stakeholders ensuring feasibility

Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs

Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques

Practice risk management to minimize project risks

Report and elevate to management as needed

Research new technologies as requested to keep NASG on the leading edge

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Education:

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering / Industrial Electronics / Robotics / Electrical Controls / Automation / Metallurgy.

Completion of College level courses in Industrial Manufacturing or significant work experience in the area of Industrial or Automotive Manufacturing will be considered

Experience:

Experience working in a Project Management Manufacturing Process Engineering Capacity

Experience working in the areas of automotive stampings, welding&automation

Experience working in a Project Management Manufacturing Process Engineering Capacity

Experience working in the areas of automotive stampings, welding&automation

MIG&Resistance welding, robots laser welding, vision systems

Machine controls knowledge /experience

Experience in Risk Management and Change Management

Experience and Knowledge in Vendor Management and Capital equipment Projects

Knowledge of theoretical and practical aspects of project management

Knowledge of Project Management Software

Experience selecting vendors for projects

Experience with people management and strategic planning

Custom machinery/system build shop experience an asset

Use of data to make sound decisions

Root Cause analysis

Personal/Technical Skills:

Understanding and working knowledge of automotive plants and processes/principles, company products, trade terminology, metal materials, stamping/welding/assembly manufacturing processes, tooling and equipment, die design and maintenance, GD&T and machine operation

Excellent analytical skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Strong multitasking and organization skills

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work with a dynamic and demanding team

Ability to compile effective and concise visual reports and graphs

Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of the organization

Ability to be adaptable and flexible in a constantly changing environment.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to support demanding automotive customer requirements.

Sound knowledge of GD&T

Ability to be a problem solver, who defines problems, collects data, establishes facts and draws valid conclusions, and who can present all data in a professional manner for discussion.

Language Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Computer/Software:

Solid working knowledge and demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications (e.g., MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, etc.)

Proficiency in MS Excel required

Proficiency in MS PowerPoint preferred

SolidWorks / NX / AutoCAD / Inventor software experience

Robotic simulation / offline programming software experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS Plant:

Various types of manufacturing environments.

Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level.

PPE ( Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, Kevlar sleeves, hearing protection, etc. may be required in designated engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas. Personal attire standards may apply.

Involves moderate or occasional presence of some slightly disagreeable conditions, i.e., cold, dust, heat, odor, etc.

Travel:

Minimal, but some travel will be required to USA, Mexico, Canada.

Salary: $90,000 to $100,000 based on experience and qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Although the primary job functions involve the ability to sit and work on a computer and in an office situation for extensive periods of time, the associate must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.

North American Stamping Group is a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

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