DFMEA Engineer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and moderate DFMEA creation/review meetings.
• Become subject matter expert (SME) and organization coach of Plato e1ns DFMEA software platform.
• Contribute to engineering team problem solving discussions / meetings.
• Train/ coach engineering teams in proper use of DFMEA tools and methodology.
• Create / Monitor / Improve DFMEA templates by product line.
• Review Lessons Learned and validation failures and update FMEA templates to enhance failure avoidance
• Support the design review and approval process
• Collaborate closely with Aptiv’s engineering centers and customers to develop DFMEAs as defined by project scope
• Establish and maintain relationships with manufacturing and quality teams to align with DFMEA methodology and templates with PFMEAs and Control Plans
• Support internal / external audits; ensuring adherence to customer specific requirements (especially DFMEA & special characteristics) as defined by IATF

REQUIREMENTS, Competencies/Skills:

(indicate whether R – required or P - prefered)

• Engineering degree (R)
• Ability to read technical and project documentation (R)
• Experience with FMEA methodology (R)
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly process of wire harness components / assemblies (P)
• Knowledge of vehicle assembly process (P)
• Experience with direct customer interface (P)
• Analytical thinking skills (R)
• Confidence in communication and relation with co-workers (R)
• Ability to provide strong reasoning and evidence to support viewpoint (R)
• Ability to work autonomously; to accept risks and take accountability (R)
• Team orientated and good communications skills (R)
• Automotive industry background (P)
• MS Office knowledge (R)
• Mobility (occasional travel may be necessary) (P)
• Coaching and training skills (R)
• Presentation skills (P)