Lead Engineer Optical Quality - Exterior

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.

Role Overview

Optical Quality refers to the management of detail Engineering execution ensuring delivery of Craftsmanship. 

The OQ Lead Engineer will report directly to the Sr. Manager Dimensional Integrity and be the single point of contact for the vehicle exterior quality.  The role objective is to drive for design execution process.  Responsibilities include Ensure delivery of world class Gap and Flush. Work with the VA team and Dimensional team developing the “Gap Plan” the engineering specification of margins aligned to Perceived Quality targets.  Provide input to the Block Teams to facilitate development of detailed A-surface interface conditions. Metrics illustrating program health status for the PQ attributes.

 Key Requirements

  • BSc/MSc degree in a related discipline (i.e. OQ, Ergonomics, Quality Engineering, Dimensional Management)
  • >7 years’ experience in automotive product development related field
  • Sound understanding of OQ, Dimensional Integrity and design principles
  • Clear, concise communicator with excellent presentation skills
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence design with a customer focused approach
  • Ability to produce formal documentation and processes to a high standard
  • Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised within the local team and interfacing across business functions 
  • Ability to interpret customer quality data (e.g. JD Power)
  • Statistical analysis, problem solving & root-cause analysis experience
  • Working knowledge of Premium automotive sector.
  • Experience of DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) would be an advantage

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