Lead Dimensional Engineer

Description

Company Overview

Fisker Inc. is a design led pioneering mobility technology company researching, developing and producing next generation electrically powered vehicles. As the electrification revolution begins to infiltrate the automotive industry, Fisker are focused on delivering advanced smart solutions across the electrification ecosystem from charging, to battery technology, powertrain and connected vehicle functionality. Strong product design is at our core where distinctive emotional yet cost effective style meet the latest in cutting edge technology.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, validate and incorporate total vehicle Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
  • Develop, validate and maintain Dimensional Technical Specification (DTS) packages, including gap, flush and tolerance requirements.
  • Responsible for correct slip planes development are included in design early enough to allow for parts to build quality assemblies, in same time allow for part variation and manufacturing capability not to become a big contributor and affect quality of assembly.
  • Create dimensional studies in 2D and 3D virtual models for all commodities in order to simulate assembly process and predict main sources of variation of the system.
  • Based on that drive recommendations to reduce variation and balance requirements from top down & bottom up build.
  • Apply Design for Manufacturing best practices, automotive best practice for specific commodity developments. Active participant in packaging development and continuous improvement task.
  • Lead the design development and approve checking fixtures concept for suppliers. Approve checking fixtures and master buck for assembly plant.
  • Assist manufacturing with assembly line layouts development by providing critical dimensional input such as datums coordination between different stations of assembly.
  • Track and report on all program dimensional specification requirements and progress towards 100% compliance.
  • Define preliminary dimensional control plan including datum’s, drawing requirements and measurement point routine for KPC’s part quality assessment. 
  • Resolve dimensional specifications not meeting established quality targets using 6 sigma, Kaizen process.
  • Concept to launch program execution, with an emphasis Dimensional Engineering experience.
  • Responsible for assuring optimization from part design, dimensional control to meet functional and assembly requirements and cost 
  • Dimensional Engineering software capabilities; 3DCS and CM4D conditions. Metrics illustrating program health status for the PQ attributes.

 Key Requirements

  • Bachelors’ in Engineering (i.e. Quality Engineering, Dimensional Management)
  • Minimum 3-5-year experience in dimensional management in automotive environment and quality field.
  • CAD and PDM capabilities, specifically CATIA V5, SmarTeam
  • ASME Y 14.5 standard experience and preferably professional certification.
  • Clear, concise communicator with excellent presentation skills
  • Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised within the local team and interfacing across business functions 
  • Statistical analysis, problem solving & root-cause analysis experience
  • Experience of DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) would be an advantage
  • Ability to travel both nationally & internationally

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competences 

  • Drive for Results: Drive for high performance, takes responsibility and works towards planning targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty.
  • Business Acumen: Contribute to the company strategy and aligns the strategic priorities of own area with the direction and strategic priorities of the broader organization.
  • Customer Centricity: Anticipates evolving customer needs and how to address them, doing the right thing in the right way.
  • Decision Making: Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.
  • Analytical Thinking: Gather relevant information, identify key issues, compare data from different sources; draw appropriate conclusions to arrive at appropriate solutions.
  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Facilitates Collaboration, actively engaging and to make joint decision and share best practices.
  • Displays Global Perspective: Conveys an understanding of the organization's global market position, opportunities, capabilities, and competitive threats and takes cultural issues and geographic differences into account when making plans and decisions.

Additional Information

  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs, reach, twist, sit, walk, and/or run.
  • Must be willing to work overtime and on weekends where needed to meet deadlines and company goals.

Fisker Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment at Fisker Inc. is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of Fisker Inc.'s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at info@fiskerinc.com.

Unternehmen / Organisation: 
Fisker Inc