Description
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
This role will have a dual report responsibility to the Chief Engineer of Body Engineering and to the Chief Engineer Manufacturing Liaison and Launch. The Launch Engineer will work onsite with our engineering partner (Magna) and their manufacturing team to support the launch of Body-in-White components and assemblies as well as supporting the launch and implementation of the Ocean Exterior Paint. This role will require demonstrated outstanding skills in leadership, analysis, critical thinking, root cause issue investigation, conflict management, and risk management. You will work across the organization, and in particular, will function as the onsite Body Engineering representative. You will work with our engineering partner, Body team members. component and paint suppliers to ensure an effective product launch. This role requires exceptional communication and organizational skills. A successful candidate needs to thrive in a pressurized environment using data and facts to help identify risks, manage resources and solve problems quickly and effectively. A strong team ethic with the ability to interact at all levels and across business boundaries is required to be successful in this position.
Responsibilities
- Lead onsite support at manufacturing facility for Body-in-White assemblies and components.
- Lead onsite support at manufacturing facility for Body Painting.
- Support all builds as onsite Lead Engineer for Body-in-White Engineering.
- Review and approve incoming Body-in-White parts for use on builds.
- Lead issue investigations for all Body-in-White parts and paint and drive for rapid resolution. Engage supplier partner, Fisker Body team and suppliers as required.
- Support all manufacturing launch meetings inc. Start Up, Wash Up. Generation of Body program metrics generation, including build and issue resolution status
- Identify design, manufacturing, and assembly potential product improvements
- Support material and sourcing decisions
- Generate or approve Containment actions in order to support build. Propose PCA as applicable.
Requirements
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. An MS degree is preferred.
- A minimum of 10 years combined experience in Body-in-White and Paint.
- Vehicle launch experience.
- High detail orientation.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Exceptional problem solving skills.
- Independent / self-starting.
- Punctual, reliable and flexible to build timing, allowing for shift variances.
- Good working ethic and team player.
- Eager to learn.
- Deep curiosity to understand the product and direct competitors.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with the engineering partner, component suppliers, and intraorganizational customers.
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.
- Fluent spoken and written English, German preferred.
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.