Assembly Process Engineer

Job Overview

• You will play a critical role in developing and optimizing assembly processes for new products within the automotive and two-wheeled vehicle industry. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer with expertise in dimensional chain management and assembly processes to drive product quality, efficiency, and scalability from initial concept through to mass production.
• The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail-oriented, and experienced in leading cross-functional teams and working closely with suppliers to ensure high-quality assembly standards. You are passionate about continuous improvement and process innovation, with a proven track record of successful New Product Introductions (NPI) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Description

• Oversee the development and optimization of assembly processes for new products, managing the entire process from concept to mass production.
• Apply expertise in dimensional chain management to ensure precise alignment and tight tolerances of components, critical to product quality and performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to integrate assembly processes and DFM principles into product designs from the outset.
• Drive process innovations specific to automotive or two-wheeled vehicle assembly, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability.
• Partner with suppliers to ensure components and sub-assemblies meet required specifications; address issues that arise during the assembly process to foster continuous improvement.
• Lead NPI activities related to assembly processes, managing the transition from pilot production to full-scale manufacturing, including process validation and ramp-up.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cycle times, product quality, and assembly efficiency, utilizing root cause analysis and other methodologies.
• Mentor and develop engineers and technicians, providing ongoing training on assembly best practices and dimensional chain management.

Required Qualifications

• Significant experience in the automotive or two-wheeled vehicle industry with a strong background in assembly processes.
• Expertise in dimensional chain management, with a proven ability to maintain tight tolerances and ensure precise component fitment.
• Successful track record of leading NPI projects in assembly processes from concept through to full-scale production.
• Strong collaborative skills with experience working closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities focused on continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for designing and simulating complex assemblies, ensuring they are optimized for manufacturability.
• Fluency in English for effective communication in an English-speaking office environment; fluency in Chinese is an added advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering Degree in BSME, BSEE, or a related field with 8+ years of experience in assembly process development within the automotive or two-wheeled vehicle industry.
• Extensive experience in managing dimensional chains in complex assemblies, with a focus on tight tolerances and product quality.
• Specific expertise in assembly processes within the automotive or two-wheeled vehicle sectors, understanding their unique challenges.
• Proven track record of successfully leading NPI projects for assembly processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.