PE Engineer I, IPM

Position Summary

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills)

• Knowledge of processing equipment for wire/ribbon bonding, soldering (reflow, selective, etc.)
• 3 years of related work experience with high-volume, precision assembly processes
• Ability to make quick, accurate, data driven decisions utilizing excellent critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral and written communication and people skills
• Computer literacy with both personal computers and manufacturing systems
• Well organized and able to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills)

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of related work experience in an industrial manufacturing setting
• Expert PLC programmer (Keyence, Omron), Robots (Fanuc, Motoman, Yamaha, and Mitsubishi), Weber screwdriver, Nordson Spray System, Keyence and Omron Vision, LabVIEW, and Visual Basic
• Automotive industry work experience with emphasis in high power electronic or electronic devices
• Knowledge of EV components - inverters, power modules, or control modules
• Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, and similar quality practices
• Certification in IPC-A-610 or similar standards is a plus
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and principles including IPC regulations

Position Duties and Responsibilities / % Time Spent

• Develop and evaluate new IPM product processes and equipment: 40%
• Support M/P equipment problems and develop solutions: 35%
• Support development of technology, resource, and production requirements: 15%
• Support new business opportunity evaluation: 5%
• Other duties as assigned to support corporate objectives: 5%

Skills and Abilities

• Promote and embody Astemo’s code of conduct leading with integrity and ethics
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines, work independently, and make effective decisions
• Utilize advanced tools and equipment for soldering, inspection, and testing of electronic components
• Maintain detailed documentation of inspection results, rework procedures, and quality control measures
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to PCB soldering and circuit functionality
• Design, implement, maintain, or improve manufacturing testing instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes
• Confirm equipment meets the required specifications and is safe to use
• Write, maintain, and analyze process programs within multiple digital environments
• Setup testing trials/experiments for customer/internal needs including countermeasure activity
• Confirm that all product requirements are satisfied by online testing including daily validations
• Develop reports, graphics, and presentations by compiling data from various sources
• Write technical specifications for equipment procurement
• Monitor progress, comply with quality/schedule requirements, and maintain logs and records
• Assist in developing capital project programs for new equipment or major repairs
• Estimate labor, material, or construction costs for budget preparation purposes
• Research methodology and procedures to apply principles of testing and electrical theory to projects
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Ensure all local, state, and federal laws and regulations are followed
• Analyze technology and assess potential applications
• Improve manufacturing proficiency levels to meet plant goals and objectives
• Coordinate and recommend cost savings and efficiency ideas
• Must be flexible to adapt to changing requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No direct reports
• Guide and support other engineers, interns, EIT’s, TS’s, MA’s, and TA’s

Software

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