Job Category: Manufacturing
Job Description:
- Engineering Fundamentals: Strong theoretical and practical knowledge in mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, and mathematics.
- Additive Manufacturing Expertise: In-depth understanding of various 3D printing processes (e.g., FDM, SLA, SLS, DMLS) and their application in an industrial setting.
- Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), simulation, and digital manufacturing software (Preferred use in AutoCad/Autodesk Fusion/SolidWorks).
- Material Science: Knowledge of material properties, selection, and characterization for additive manufacturing, particularly relevant to automotive and manufacturing requirements.
- Automotive Systems: Familiarity with vehicle architecture, components, and the automotive development lifecycle.
- Business & Costs: Understanding of business principles, financial implications of engineering decisions, and cost analysis methodologies related to manufacturing processes and materials.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and optimize additive manufacturing processes for various materials, including plastics, metals, and composites, ensuring their suitability for automotive applications.
- Apply Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) principles to create innovative and optimized component designs, focusing on weight reduction, part consolidation, and enhanced performance.
- Lead rapid prototyping efforts, from concept to testing, to accelerate product development cycles and validate designs efficiently.
- Develop and implement bespoke tooling, jigs, and fixtures using additive manufacturing to streamline production and assembly processes.
- Conduct rigorous quality control, process improvement, and troubleshooting to ensure manufactured parts meet stringent automotive quality standards.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, production, and supply chain teams to integrate additive manufacturing solutions seamlessly into vehicle development and manufacturing.
- Awareness of the latest advancements in additive manufacturing technologies, materials, and software, applying new knowledge to drive continuous innovation.
Qualifications:
- Problem-Solving: Exceptional ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical challenges with innovative and data-driven solutions.
- Communication & Collaboration: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and articulate complex technical concepts.
- Continuous Learning: A proactive mindset for lifelong learning and adapting to the rapid evolution of technology and industry trends.
- Innovation & Creativity: A passion for exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with additive manufacturing.
- Performance Benchmarking: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and conduct quantitative and qualitative benchmarking studies to compare the company's performance against top-tier competitors and industry standards.
- Attention to Detail & Quality: Meticulous approach to work, ensuring precision and adherence to the highest quality standards inherent in the automotive industry.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and globally connected work environment.