Body SE Engineer

Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data Body SE Engineer

Job Summary:

Our client in Georgetown, KY is looking for a Body SE Engineer. This is a contract position.

• Developing new model introduction strategies including process improvement plans, new and modified plant layouts, capacity analysis, investment requirements and project justifications with return on investment.
• Conducting simultaneous engineering with styling, body design, logistic services, manufacturing, and equipment suppliers to impact new model Ham designs for innovative, efficient, best‑in‑class manufacturing processes.
• Leading process development through design, machine specification, equipment procurement, installation, safety risk assessments, process and production trials, quality and productivity confirmation, and handover to manufacturing.
• Supporting manufacturing innovation and implementation in several disciplines including new materials introduction, joining, quality inspection, logistics and part delivery, automation, electrification, digital engineering, and manufacturing industry 4.0.
• Ensuring body parts, subassemblies, and finished vehicles meet quality standards for weld integrity, dimensional compliance, surface quality, and other process and customer requirements.
• Travel up to 30% as needed to support onsite investigations, modifications, and milestone meetings.
• Working both independently and in a team environment to support overall project activities and milestones.
• Interacting with multiple customers and outside groups including part suppliers, stamping engineering, body design, facilities engineering, equipment suppliers, program managers, accounting and finance, manufacturing, and others to collaborate, resolve issues, and provide status reports.

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering OR 6 years of equivalent Engineering Related Experience.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays & shutdown periods [July and End of December], and across multiple shifts to support tooling modifications and installation projects.
  • Average Overtime is typically 5 hours/week.
  • Peak overtime may be 20 hours/week.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to machine vendors, manufacturing locations & occasionally to Japan Y/N.
  • Up to 30% travel is possible.
  • Do you have any other comments regarding travel (textbox).
• 1-5 years experience, and proficiency with 3D CAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Automotive pre‑production or manufacturing engineering [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].
• Automation experience including specification, tooling/j design, equipment procurement, and installation [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].
• 3D CAD experience (Catia or Delmia).
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) familiarity skills.
• Design for Manufacturing / Simultaneous Engineering experience [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].
• Internal Logistics experience including route planning, simulations and analysis, packaging, and automation Years Range [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].
• Quality Process Set Up [containment, repeatability, nondestruct eeg inspection] Years Range [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].
• Project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, CHANGE, coordinating, problem solving, and reporting Years Range [none, < 1 year, 1‑3 years, 3‑5 years, > 5 yrs].

• Envision the Future
• Communicate Honestly and Broadly
• Seek Technology and Business “First”
• Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products
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