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Dynamic Manufacturing has an opportunity for a Product Engineer III who will become the subject matter expert for all assigned automotive drivetrain products. Responsible for all technical aspects of transmission or drivetrain components. Is the go-to person when product questions arise.  This includes, quality, applications, materials, manufacturing, process improvement, testing and validation procedures. 

At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer: 

• An Engaging Work Environment
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Pay (we pay weekly!)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package & 401(k) Match
• Generous Paid Time Off, and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Product engineering in a transmission remanufacturing company involves a multifaceted role focused on optimizing the remanufacturing process and improving the performance and reliability of the final product. It's a blend of engineering principles, manufacturing knowledge, and deep understanding of transmission systems.
• Reverse Engineering: Analyzing original equipment manufacturer (OEM) transmissions to understand their design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Component Design and Improvement: Developing or modifying components to enhance durability, performance, or cost-effectiveness. This includes gears, shafts, clutches, and other critical parts.
• Process Optimization: Streamlining the remanufacturing process to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve quality. This involves everything from disassembly to final assembly and testing.
• Quality Control: Establishing and maintaining rigorous quality standards to ensure remanufactured transmissions meet or exceed OEM specifications.
• Failure Analysis: Investigating transmission failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Material Selection: Choosing appropriate materials for components based on factors like cost, durability, and performance.
• Testing and Validation: Conducting thorough testing to verify the performance and reliability of remanufactured transmissions.
• Documentation: Creating and maintaining detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation
• Manage the launch of new product lines
• If needed, manage the launch of new variants of existing product lines
• Mentor and train less experienced Product Engineers
• Create, manage, and maintain system documentation, A-Charts, BOMs, ECIs, and Build chart
• Interface with the OEM customers and negotiate deadlines, scope of work, and project priorities, etc.  
• Function as the lead Engineer for several product lines or a facility
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to maintain and improve on quoted BOMs through review of component attrition rates
• Provide technical knowledge regarding all components and functionality of all types of transmissions and drive units
• Own, maintain, and improve tooling and technology (sub-assembly testers) of existing product lines
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Mechanical Designers, and Applications Engineers to create an efficient disassembly and assembly production line
• Collaborates with the Test Engineers to determine and understand all test, controls, and limits for testing transmissions
• Leads Lean, Kaizen, 5S, SMED, and Continuous Improvement activities in a bid to eliminate waste
• Identify, and lead the effort to provide cost saving projects including salvage processes
• Participate efforts in resolving production and quality problems relating to facilities, equipment, or processes
• Leads meetings, seminars, and training sessions to stay apprised of new developments in related field
• Lead the effort in pursuing continuing education opportunities to ensure awareness of and to stay ahead of changing technology
• Provide technical information as needed to all departments, including, but not limited to: sales, marketing, legal, test engineering, and manufacturing engineering

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or other engineering related discipline or equivalent experience 
• Functionality of all types of automotive transmissions or ability to learn
• Components of automotive transmissions and their functions or ability to learn
• Hands on experience disassembling and resembling automotive transmissions or willingness to participate in order to learn
• Documentation such as APQP, PFEMA, Control Plans, Process Flows
• IATF 16949 systems, including understanding and adherence to the policies, procedures, and instructions 
• Solid of error proofing concepts and applications
• Understanding of automotive test systems
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
• Familiarity with Project Management tools
• Organized, skilled in technical writing and thorough in documenting work
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Lean and continuous improvement mindset
• Must be able to respond effectively to unanticipated issues, time-sensitive, and mission-critical production testers and gauges in a rapidly changing, high intensity environment
• Must be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with other members of the engineering team, as well as with production personnel and senior management
• Strong mechanical engineering background
• In-depth knowledge of transmission systems and components
• Balancing cost, quality, and performance
• Keeping up with evolving transmission technologies
• Finding innovative ways to improve remanufacturing processes
• Developing sustainable practices for remanufacturing
• Proficiency in CAD software for design and analysis
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, heat treatment, assembly)
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Project management abilities
• Quality control expertise

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed in this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The management of Dynamic Manufacturing, Inc. reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.