Project Engineer - Automotive Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Why work at G-Tech/OpTech? 

G-Tech/OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech/G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today! 

 

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Warren, MI (Hybrid)

Travel: Expect to travel spontaneously 75% domestically/Internationally at Suppliers (Must have a valid passport)

52 Weeks contract

This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.

 

Working cross-functionally with Purchasing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Containerization, Logistics and the client assembly / manufacturing plants to facilitate critical supply issues and business transfers. This group deals with short term capacity issues caused by broken tools or equipment, fires, floods, and any other related supplier shortage issues.

 

Responsibilities:

• Support / Lead conference calls with business transfers and critical supply issues
• Function as liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, logistics and suppliers to resolve issues and to provide technical support
• Determine the cause of supplier delivery problems and coordinate/implement effective and timely resolutions
• Help assess and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions for critical issues
• Improve delivery performance of suppliers by identifying process improvements and lead time reduction opportunities
• May participate as member or resource to product development teams
• Regularly exchange information with others inside and outside the work group including the client and supplier facilities
• Work with Supplier Risk Management team with Financially Troubled Suppliers
• Lead and support Proactive and Predictive strategy vision and engage in projects related to developing this strategy
• Understand and implement standardize work practices.
• Keep management updated frequently , consistent with the issues urgency
• Provide Executive Reports as Required

 

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years relevant post-graduate work experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, manufacturing, logistics or product development
• Expect to travel spontaneously 75% domestically/Internationally at Suppliers
• Must have a valid passport

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related field
• 5+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Operations
• 3+ years of experience in die casting or machining operations
• Excellent communication and command skills are necessary to be successful in this position.
• Broad understanding of manufacturing processes including, material handling, Inventory management, OEE, Capacity, throughput etc.
• Demonstrate excellent level of analytical ability, communication and interpersonal skills required to build relationships with team members and supplier to solve problems and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex cases and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results.
• Ability to prepare and present information to various levels and audiences.

 

 

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications. G-Tech/OpTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

\nCompany Description

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.

Company Description

G-TECH Services, Inc. is a leading certified recruitment and placement firm that specializes in providing highly skilled staff in technical fields such as engineering, IT, procurement, finance and accounting. We have well-established relationships with some of the most respected companies in the country and know our clients' job requirements and corporate cultures. Once we understand your experience and career aspirations, we aim to connect you with the right opportunity.