This individual report locally to the FMCSA Electrical Launch & Localisation Supervisor, interface with the cross functional Launch teams and is responsible for:  

Planning and coordinating the introduction of new and modified Electrical components in preparation of new vehicle launch events and also verifying that the components meet design intent.   Investigate PD related launch issues during vehicle launch phases, determine root cause, implement ICA and PCA actions.  Coordinate electrical launch readiness requirements and to update readiness tracking documents. Identifying, tracking and implementation of design cost reduction ideas. 

The individual will also interface directly with the LEA (Lead Engineering Activity) of T6 platform PD (Product Development) in Australia for support with Training, Launch readiness and issue resolution.  

B-Eng., or B-Tech degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechatronic Engineering. 3 Years or more electrical automotive experience. Shorter-term relevant experience will also be considered.

The individual is dedicated to FMCSA plant in leading and supporting electrical related launch activities. 

Launch

Be familiar with all the upcoming new design changes for upcoming build events. Understand vehicle and plant impact of new designs and how it will affect manufacturing. Coordinate engineering change implementation with the LVEA and suppliers to meet launch timing.  Support PD Yellow board and pre-build events in preparation and support of upcoming build events. Complete parts sign off activities to ensure parts meet design intent.   Work with cross-functional team including PD Programs, New Model Program (NMP), VOME, MP&L, Plant Launch team and other teams related to the launch, to successfully launch new vehicle programs on time with quality. Take the lead / participate in cross functional teams to investigate and identify root causes and containment actions for build issues during builds. Lead implementation of design related containment plans including ERA (Emergency Response), ICA (Interim Containment), PCA (Permanent Containment) and Prevent Re-occurrence Actions. Represent Electrical team in launch related meetings (OTG, Part Pedigree, Aims, Build issues, part shortage etc.).  Prepare launch related documentation for presentation to launch management. Ensure lessons Learned from previous builds are incorporated to avoid repeat issues. Support onsite vehicle sign offs to design intent.  Support launch hand over preparation and reviews with PVT (Plant Vehicle Team).

 

Cost Reduction (TVM)

Identify design cost reduction ideas and review with the LEA for further investigation. Identify localisation ideas and work with purchasing to provide RFQ packs or get costs from local suppliers. Complete localisation business cases with purchasing support and present to LEA PD and finance for approval. Raise and track releases of localisation business cases for approved localisation projects. Project manage localisation projects with suppliers and STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) to ensure parts meet all design requirements before introduction. Manage introduction of TVM ideas via the MTC (Manage The Change) process. Track the forecast savings to country design target and work with the LEA DP on improvement opportunities to meet or exceed target.