About Fisker Inc.
California-based Fisker Inc. is revolutionizing the automotive industry by developing the most emotionally desirable and eco-friendly electric vehicles on Earth. Passionately driven by a vision of a clean future for all, the company is on a mission to become the No. 1 e-mobility service provider with the world’s most sustainable vehicles. To learn more, visit www.FiskerInc.com – and enjoy exclusive content across Fisker’s social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn. Download the revolutionary new Fisker mobile app from the App Store or Google Play store.
Role Overview
Working within the Manufacturing team, this role will report to the Sr. Manager Manufacturing Engineering located in Graz, Austria. The engineer will work on site alongside the Engineering Partner (Magna Steyr) and the resident Fisker team with the aim of supporting the launch and serial production of the Fisker Ocean. The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of both Bodyshop and Paintshop manufacturing processes and technologies. The role will require strong communication and organisational skills as well as the ability to work cross-functionally and alongside external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Be the knowledge holder of the Bodyshop and Paintshop manufacturing processes, technologies and sequences
- Support production team during industrialisation phase to improve production quality and efficiency
- Drive continuous improvement of the manufacturing processes to deliver to cost, quality and delivery performance targets
- Interface with external stakeholders to understand technical issues and assess next steps
- Coordinate with Engineering team and external partners on BIW/Paint related workstreams
- Track, manage and resolve technical issues related to BIW/Paint manufacturing
- Assist and support cross functional launch team to resolve build issues
Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in relevant discipline
- Relevant experience in the automotive sector (experience on a BEV is an advantage)
- Ability to prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
- Self-motivated and self-starter with a keen eye for detail
- Fluent in English (German is an advantage)
- Ability to form strong working relationships with internal and external partners
- Must be computer literate with knowledge of relevant business systems (i.e.: Microsoft Office)
- Working knowledge of appropriate CAD software (i.e.: CATIA)
- Knowledge and understanding of the vehicle development process, milestones and deliverables is an advantage
Preferred Attributes/ Competencies
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the business
- Drive for Results: Takes responsibility and works towards goals by overcoming obstacles, setbacks and uncertainty
- Business Acumen: Contributes to the company vision and strategy, and aligns the strategic priorities of own department with the priorities of the wider business
- Customer Centricity: Anticipates evolving customer requirements and how to address them, doing the right thing in the right way
- Decision Making: Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, data, goals, constraints and risks
- Analytical Thinking: Gathers relevant information and data, identifies key issues, draws appropriate conclusions to arrive at appropriate solutions
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Facilitates collaboration, actively engaging to make joint decisions and share best practices
- Displays Global Perspective: Has an understanding of the company’s global market position, opportunities, capabilities and competitive threats and takes into account cultural and geographical differences when making plans and decisions
- A Passion for the Industry: Shows enthusiasm for adopting new technologies and innovation that improve product and productivity
Additional Requirements
- Must be willing to travel both domestically, as well as internationally, as required