Engineering Kautex Development Program

Kautex

39 days ago

Textron

328122

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a Tier One automotive supplier, we navigate and accelerate throughout the automotive industry with ideas being put into motion by those who are driving the future. A pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems for light vehicles - including hybrid vehicle applications - Kautex is expanding our portfolio to offer smart products. From battery systems for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous vehicle cleaning systems, Kautex is committed to pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility. We also know that sustainability is not just a word for us – because our planet isn’t better unless we can be better.

We offer an international, family-friendly, and diverse work environment in which you can help shape the mobility of tomorrow,with some positions offering flexibility in some remote work. Additionally, we have great career development opportunities in the field of new mobility with interesting and challenging projects, as well as various personal and professional trainings.

RESPONSABILITIES:

General:

·12-month minimum program duration with the purpose of preparing you for progression in the Engineering function(s)

·Engineering Pathway for program includes areas of skill building in: Product Development, Validation, Innovation, Design and Simulation

·Complete 3 distinct and meaningful engineering sub-functional assignments aligned to your developmental goals and strengths assessment

·Program completion will include assessment for readiness to the next level of Engineering responsibility, including your application to roles which meet your career aspirations

·Gain expert knowledge of the operational environment and all interfaces and organization structure of the company, processes, and methods

·Performance coaching and rewards model applies annually through Performance Management Process

·Coaching on functional/technical, as well as professional development offers through Mentoring, Program Sponsor, and Functional Leader(s)

·Technical skill development, and specialized training will be offered through annual training plans, and development assessments.

·Create and maintain a community with all Kautex Development Program across the globe, with the purpose to share knowledge and experiences and build on future relationships in the company

·Provide continuous feedback to program Sponsors to continually improve program experience

·Complete projects defined by Management and documented in performance management system during the program

·Career owner: Is responsible for own development and having a meaningful career file. Asking for feedback, seeking for Learning and career opportunities

·Support common tasks within the Team (location / global) e.g., best-practice sharing, organize social Team or Networking Events, and Trainee Newsletter

·Communication of Career Aspirations - follow the repatriation process and discuss with managers HR

·Work in line with all EHS Standards and Textron Ethics and Values and comply with all ITAF 16949/ISO and ISHA standards.

·Have a complete understanding of daily operational tasks and processes of the functions / areas within the Engineering pathway.

·Provide Engineering expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits, with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g., Operations etc.)

·Gain knowledge of, and compliance to, the customer specific requirements

· Understand and apply customer OEM standards

· Application of VAVE (Value Analysis, Value Engineering) process during development of Kautex products

· Support EHS activities within the department to ensure both a safe work place and adoption of safe working practices

· Understand the technical link between Kautex development teams and the customer

Product Engineering

· Provide product engineering expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits, with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g. manufacturing)

· Work with Manufacturing Engineer to develop production tooling and equipment specifications and liaise with the Design team to ensure the products meet the customer specifications and demands.

· Regular business trips to manufacturing locations to understand production process

· Gain an understanding of FMEA Tools, budget and capacity planning processes and compliance to the customer specific requirements.

· Support flawless launches by planning and controlling all technical issues related to assigned project and support the Program Manager in delivering the highest quality solutions to our customers

Design

· Develop Best-In Class Design Solutions which convince our customer to choose Kautex and create a competitive-advantage

· Create 3-D CAD models and 2-D drawings conforming all customer and internal requirements

· Validate the 3-D and 2-D solutions against all requirements

· Manage Product Lifecycle in Kautex and into customer systems (where required), and participate in Design reviews and create DFMEA's SC/CC Lists

· Be a strong part of the development and maintenance of design standards and implementation of lessons learned activities

Engineering:

· Have a complete understanding of daily operational tasks and processes of the functions / areas within the Engineering pathway.

· Provide Engineering expertise in a professional manner during customer visits and audits, with the team as well as in collaboration with other departments (e.g., Operations etc.)

· Gain knowledge of, and compliance to, the customer specific requirements

· Understand and apply customer OEM standards

· Application of VAVE (Value Analysis, Value Engineering) process during development of Kautex products

· Support EHS activities within the department to ensure both a safe work place and adoption of safe working practices

· A requirement to follow IATF 1694 standards togethe with following the Kautex and Customer guidelines