PD&L Manufacturing Engineer
Steelcase
Kentwood, MI, USA
Posted on Oct 25, 2024
We are hiring a PD&L Manufacturing Engineer to provide support for the execution of product launches and collaborate with project teams to ensure successful product launches!
What you will be doing:
Under limited supervision, apply engineering principles to product development and launch (PD&L), ensuring quality standards are implemented and adhered to throughout the entirety of the manufacturing process. Provide support for the execution of product launches and accommodating project teams by leading activities at the manufacturing site while adhering to the project schedule. A PD&L engineer is responsible for providing cost estimates, database support, PPAP submissions, PFMEA creation, standard work documentation and other activities as needed. Partners with operations leaders and other stakeholders at the plant to ensure a successful launch and handoff as the project transitions from concept to production.
Your Future Team:
Our team brings together skilled communicators, digital marketing professionals and designers. We are at the center of crafting and scaling our brand stories across our global organization. We are immersed in all aspects of our business from research to product development to customer connections. We support one another and enjoy swapping new ideas, research and thinking.
Who you are:
Preferred Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate will be curious and eager to learn about a broad range of subjects. Organized and disciplined to execute project deliverables thoroughly and on time. Someone who can evaluate parts and processes in a real-world manufacturing environment against cost and quality metrics. Someone who can initiate conversations and drive problem solving among leaders and peers. Finally, a person that is honest and transparent about all aspects of project work including the challenges and failures.
- 3-5 years of experience preferred, with a track record of utilizing lean manufacturing principles to influence cost and quality metrics
- Windchill and SAP experience preferred
- Fundamental understanding of relevant automation and technology commonly deployed in manufacturing Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate clearly and in a compelling manner to an external audience, peers and leaders
- Ability to collaborate well with others across the organization and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly fluid environment.
- Comfortable working with teammates in a variety of cultures and countries.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team (in-person and virtually across time zones)
- Organized and detail oriented with ability to develop, manage, and prioritize multiple projects
- Strong analysis skills: process, capacity, cost/benefit, waste stream, and quality tools.
- Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques: flow, equipment reliability, and set up reduction.
- Able to develop technical solutions to a variety of complex problems of strategic scope with minimal support
- Basic understanding in design, specification, purchase, and installation of new equipment
- Strong computer skills (excel, word, powerpoint, windchill, SAP)
- Awareness of material handling solutions available to support efficient flow within production areas
- Understanding of occupational Biomechanics/Human Factors Engineering
Required Skills and Competencies
- 4 year Degree in Engineering Discipline
Who We Are:
Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us:
At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
What Matters to Us:
More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.
Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.
Steelcase is a MVAA- Silver Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply.
Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information.
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