EMEA Process Engineering Expert - Final Assembly

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Imagine a world with zero vehicle accidents, zero vehicle emissions, and wireless vehicle connectivity all around us. Every day, we move closer to making that world a reality. Aptiv’s passionate team of engineers and developers creates advanced safety systems, high-performance electrification solutions and data connectivity solutions so that automakers can bring advanced capabilities to more people around the globe. This is how we enable sustainable mobility and help to prevent accidents caused by human error.

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Position Summary:

The EMEA Process Engineering Expert – Final Assembly is a senior technical role reporting directly to the Area Manager. While not managing direct reports, this position requires strong leadership and decision-making capabilities, acting as a deputy in the absence of the Area Manager. The role spans technical centers and operational sites across EMEA.

As an EMEA process engineering Expert you will:

• Serve as the technical authority for Final Assembly processes, including Post Process, Testing, and Assembly Lines.
• Support the Area Manager in driving standardization, innovation, and process excellence across EMEA plants.
• Lead process readiness and flawless execution for new program installations.
• Act as a decision-maker in the absence of the Area Manager, ensuring continuity and alignment with strategic goals.

Your role:

Process Leadership & Innovation

• Lead the implementation of new technologies and innovation projects in Final Assembly, Post Process, and Testing areas.
• Actively contribute to the design and deployment of automation and advanced manufacturing solutions.
• Ensure flawless execution of new program launches, acting as a technical lead.

Standardization & Continuous Improvement

• Drive standardization of processes across all EMEA sites, ensuring alignment with Aptiv and customer requirements.
• Own and lead process improvement initiatives, including lessons learned and best practice rollouts.
• Ensure compliance with ME standards (POS / BOP / PFMEA / BOE).

Technical Expertise & Decision-Making

• Serve as the go-to expert for Final Assembly processes, providing guidance and technical direction to peers and stakeholders.
• Act as deputy to the Area Manager, making decisions and ensuring continuity in their absence.
• Maintain and evolve the Aptiv knowledge base and technical documentation for Final Assembly.

Capability Development

• Support the development of central and plant-level engineering capabilities.
• Ensure the right technical competencies and tools are in place for all Final Assembly-related processes.
• Contribute to the training and mentoring of process engineering SMEs, without direct line management.

Your Profile:

• Masters in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering fields.
• 5+ years in process engineering roles – big plus if automotive and wire harness industry
• Advanced proficiency in: Excel, Reporting & Analysis, Presentation Skills, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Strategic Communication
• Strong leadership competencies: Builds Trust, Adaptive to Change, Enterprise Thinking , Customer & Market Focus, Bias for Action, Collaboration
• Fluent in English (Advanced Reading, Writing, Speaking)

Why join us ?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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