Kaygen, Inc. · 16 hours ago
Body SE Engineer
Georgetown, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expKAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. They are looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer to lead body weld new vehicle manufacturing introduction and support Body PE Departmental and Manufacturing goals for safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
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Responsibilities
Developing new model introduction strategies including process improvement plans, new and modified plant layouts, capacity analysis, investment requirements and project justifications with return on investment
Conducting simultaneous engineering with styling, body design, logistic services, manufacturing, and equipment suppliers to impact new model designs for innovative, efficient, best-in-class manufacturing processes
Leading process development through design, machine specification, equipment procurement, installation, safety risk assessments, process and production trials, quality and productivity confirmation, and handover to manufacturing
Supporting manufacturing innovation and implementation in several disciplines including new materials introduction, joining, quality inspection, logistics and part delivery, automation, electrification, digital engineering, and manufacturing industry 4.0
Ensuring body parts, subassemblies, and finished vehicles meet quality standards for weld integrity, dimensional compliance, surface quality, and other process and customer requirements
Travel up to 30% as needed to support onsite investigations, modifications, and milestone meetings
Working both independently and in a team environment to support overall project activities and milestones
Interacting with multiple customers and outside groups including part suppliers, stamping engineering, body design, facilities engineering, equipment suppliers, program managers, accounting and finance, manufacturing, maintenance, and others to collaborate, resolve issues, and provide status reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Engineering OR 6 years of equivalent Engineering Related Experience
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays & shutdown periods [July and End of December], and across multiple shifts to support tooling modifications and installation projects
Average Overtime is typically 5 hours/week
Peak overtime may be 20 hours/week
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, including to machine vendors, Our Client manufacturing locations & occasionally to Japan
Up to 30% travel is possible
1-5 years experience, and proficiency with 3D CAD
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Willing to relocate and work in Office in Georgetown KY
Ability to work up to 55 hours a week
Preferred
Automotive pre-production or manufacturing engineering experience
Automation experience including specification, tooling/jig design, equipment procurement, and installation
3D CAD experience (Catia or Delmia)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) familiarity skills
Design for Manufacturing / Simultaneous Engineering experience
Internal Logistics experience including route planning, simulations and analysis, packaging, and automation
Quality Process Set Up (containment, repeatability, nondestructive inspection)
Project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, coordinating, problem solving, and reporting
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance
Vision and Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Free Life Insurance
Vacation Time Off
Sick Time Off
Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
Company
Kaygen, Inc.
Kaygen, an award-winning technology consulting and talent firm, assists organizations to achieve digital transformation.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Anshul Chaturvedi
Founder & CEO
Rashmi Chaturvedi
Co-founder & President
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