Project Management
· Independently manage lift truck development projects including, but not limited to new product development, product line extensions, and product improvement projects. Project types will primarily focus on class 1, class 2, and class 3 electric lift trucks, but will also include a range of batteries/chargers and autonomous mobile robots
· Effectively partner with the design and product management team in China on the project schedule, deliverables management, and design feedback. Hold weekly or bi-weekly mtgs with them with limited guidance.
· Collaborate as the main liaison with our North American commercial product management team and European technical engineering team counterparts to try to achieve global alignment.
· Hold monthly executive committee review on project status to ensure roles and responsibilities are clear and achieved with limited guidance.
Plan/Track
· Partner with VP of Engineering to review vision documents and target specs from product management to identify and drive next generation of new product development with engineering and global R&D teams
· Proactively and effectively schedule, track deliverables, monitor progress/status vs plan, identify next steps, identify issues, evaluate design changes, and organize/coordinate key parties to push a project to completion
· Plan and track projects throughout the entire development process to ensure timelines and deliverables are met: vision/proposal, design, development/test, field test, technical documentation, production planning, and launch
Develop/Test
· Proactively develop and maintain effective virtual design reviews with design team
· Partner with project management team to effectively identify and come up with a field test plan: Develop testing sites, analyzing and implementing customer feedback into existing and future products
· Review target specs versus actual design differences
· Collaborate closely with commercial product management team on competitive benchmarking exercises to identify any gaps and to ensure our products and solutions remain competitive in the marketplace.
· Track all design change requests in prototype, pilot, and production phases
· Proactively lead thorough reviews, inspection, and tests of the new trucks. Test engineering responsibilities would include:
· Manage the R&D test center and lab equipment
· Ensure proper organization/cleanliness of the lab space
· Oversee Energy Consumption, Mast deflection, Stability Test, high level performance testing: acceleration/gradeability/top speed, lift speed, software parameter evaluation, hydraulic pressure/flow/temperature testing, physical truck measurements as needed.
· Perform other tests as needed on current product models to help resolve field issues or for special engineering request.
Launch
· Collaborate with the commercial product management team to effectively develop and ensure all documentation/deliverables are ready for product launch. These responsibilities include but are not limited to posting the parts manual on the support site, setting up PNs in ERP, reviewing/editing operations/service manuals, ensuring all compliance testing is completed, and spec sheets are finalized
· Partner with the commercial product management team to review production configuration standard features and options for all new development projects
· Review decal drawings the truck to ensure product consistency
· Review stability calcs, and work with EP on final capacity ratings in a timely manner
· Participate in routine quality audits of the launched trucks
· Facilitate effective post launch lessons learned meeting with sales, aftermarket and commercial product management teams in addition to the international design teams in China, U.S., and Europe.
Experience and Education:
· Bachelor's in mechanical engineering ideally but would consider electrical engineering.
· Min 5-10 years experience
· 3-7 years in project management experience; PMP certified preferred
· Teamcenter experience
· Hands-on mechanical or electrical aptitude
· Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic knowledge/understanding is preferred. Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
· Product development experience ideally in lift truck industry or can be in heavy machinery, off highway equipment, mobile equipment industry.
· Strong knowledge of lift truck design and components
· Experience and familiarity in new product development stage gate process
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer, SolidWorks
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Clintonville, WI
Client: Vegazva Engineering
Job Description:
To carry out various design activities pertaining to concept design, design modifications, value engineering, 3D modeling & detailing, coordination with offshore team among others.
Position: Seat Design Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA
Experience: 3-5 Years
Pay Rate: ($40/hr on W2) OR ($45/hr on C2C)
Job Description: (Complete seat Engineer)
Ø Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive seating system and subsystem design and development
Ø Thorough knowledge of engineering design & development concepts of automotive Seating system
Ø Very good proficiency in CATIA V5/V6. Prepare and execute design release in the 3DExperience PLM system. Experience in creating 3D designs and 2D drawings (e.g. CATIA V5 only)
Ø Experience in design of Seat and seat components e.g. Cushion Frame, Back frame, Headrest, seat plastic and recliners and track
Ø Relevant experience in Master Sections, Vehicle Integration, Vehicle packaging, Concept creation, assembly processes of various Seat parts.
Ø Knowledge and understanding of Tooling and manufacturing processes
Ø Prepare and maintain engineering release and change documentation Lead design FMEA studies and GD&T
Ø Ability to perform Complete Seat packaging study of seating components
Ø Working knowledge of regulatory and certification requirements for seating system
Ø Maintain and develop Design Validation Plans (DVP), and Design Failure Mode Analysis (DFMEA)
Ø Good knowledge of seating system and component manufacturing processes
Ø Ability to define seating comfort and define comfort target
Ø Actively engage with Automotive OEM / Tier-I design engineers to collaborate on design projects for trading off cost, mass, joining methods, molding and testing performance.
Ø Propose and promote design improvement approaches including cost reduction and design optimization
Ø Complete and release Seating system, sub-system and detail designs
Ø Interpret CAE simulation results and integrate recommendations into product design
Ø Collaborate with seating suppliers and support overall vehicle development milestones and prototype/production build events
Ø Must have ability to perform feasibility studies, Check A-class surface and define craftsman ship target.
Ø Meet project deliverables commitments and timelines
Ø Design of automotive component parts in CATIA V5/V6
Ø Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and capability to drive offshore team
External Skills And Expertise:
Position: Exterior Trim Launch Engineer
Location – Casa Grande, AZ
Job Description:
Location: Wixom, MI
Experience: 10 to 15 years
Salary: $80K
The candidate will work with a worldwide dedicated team and be responsible for the design of hydraulic systems, holding fixtures (with active motion), hydraulic manifolds and the integration of mechanical/hydraulic devices and hydraulic controls while working with different fluid mediums.
Job Responsibilities:
· Creation of hydraulic systems from conception per CMM and/or TO requirements
· Selecting hydraulic components to include valves, pumps, transducers, filters, and fittings
· Size hydraulic tubing/hoses
· Assist the hydraulic engineering team to support sales on hydraulic test stand proposals when required
· Work cross functionally between Electrical, Mechanical and Software Engineers
· Create and update BOM accurately
· Meet all milestones and remain within project budgets
· Mentor mid-level Hydraulic Engineers and overlook the accuracy of their work
· Assist with hydraulic commissioning of products
Qualifications:
· Bachelor of Science degree in engineering required
· 10 years of experience in hydraulic design required in a manufacturing environment
· Extensive experience required in relation to the design of hydraulic circuits, selection of hydraulic components, test/evaluation of hydraulic systems, pneumatic high-pressure piping and servo valve applications
· Experience calculating, but not limited to, pressure drops, heat transfer, power requirements, time response, efficiency, reliability and accuracy stack ups
· Coordinate requirements internally and with external suppliers
· Hands on experience troubleshooting hydraulic and pneumatic systems
· Strong AutoCAD experience
· 3D application experience (but not required), preferably SolidWorks
· Proficient in Microsoft Office
· Thorough understanding of I/O devices, PLC and logical fundamental
· Project Management Skills
· Must be a Team Player with a positive attitude and have strong communication skills
· Willing to travel 5-10% domestically/internationally (as safety and restrictions permit)
Job Title: Sales Executive "Staffing”
Industry: IT & Engineering Staffing
Location: Rolling Meadows, IL
Experience: 3 to 5+ years
Position: Full Time (On Site)
Overview:
We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented New Business Development Executive to expand our US staffing services. The ideal candidate will focus on acquiring new clients, building relationships, and enhancing our client portfolio in the US market. This role requires a deep understanding of the US staffing industry, an established network, and a strategic approach to business development.
Job description:
Key Skills:
Position: Design Engineer
Location: Peoria, IL
Experience: 5+ Years
Job Description & Skill Requirement:
Design and Development:
Testing and Validation:
Technical Support:
External Skills And Expertise:
Position: Vehicle Hardware Validation Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA
Job Description & Skill Requirement:
External Skills And Expertise:
Position: Fixture Design Engineer
Location: Raymond, OH
Job Description & Skill Requirement:
Job-Specific Skills:
Job Description: