As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Under general direction, responsible for a range of highly complex engineering tasks in new product development projects associated with design proposals, testing, feasibility analysis, mathematical modeling, sample building, manufacturing processes assessment, etc. to develop and implement new methods, designs and products. Writes engineering specifications and interprets/analyses test results. Handles complex assignments and trains junior staff. Role typically requires more than 5 years of experience.Position Overview:
This is a team leader role who will manage the projects and people, while being responsible for his/her own deliverables for Fontaine Specialized (https://www.fontainespecialized.com). The role is 80% individual contributor and 20% team leader. As a Lead Engineer, you will be primarily responsible for engineering activities such as detailed design, analytical calculations, Tolerance stack ups, creating manufacturing drawings, review FEA reports, support product Roll-out activities, review complex designs/drawings for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to established Engineering Standards and practices pertaining to Heavy Haul and Specialized Trailers. In addition, you need to understand design intent, suggest Welds and apply GD&T as per ANSI standards. You will drive collaboration with cross-functional teams, leverage technical strategy and best practices, and lead the successful execution of projects. As a team leader, you will be involved in people development, managing on-time project delivery and responsible for quality of deliverables of all the projects within team.
Required Qualifications: (Education, Technical Skills/Knowledge)
Experience in Product design and understanding about integration of different sub-systems pertaining to Heavy Vehicle Chassis or Heavy Structures (Preferred Industry: Trailers, Commercial Vehicles, Earthmoving equipment, Construction equipment, Oil & Gas, Defense, Marine)Strong communication skills and the ability to convey technical information clearlyA deep understanding of standard sections, Aluminum extrusion, welding and machining processes used for heavy structures is a mustStrong technical knowledge of sheet metal design, metal forming, and casting as well as general engineering and physics conceptsProficiency in NX CAD software, PDM tools and release processExperience in Engineering change management process is a mustStrong in application of DFM and DFA technique to designsWell versed in Weld Symbols, GD&T and ANSI drawing standardsExpertise in Fit analysis, Tolerance stack up analysis and weldmentsAbility to understand design intent, review drawings/GD&T and make suggestionsExposure to TTMA and FMVSS standards and regulations with respect to Trailers is an added advantageKnowledge of prototyping and testing such as product performance tests, reliability tests, etc.Exposure to fabrication, production floor environment and supplier coordinationExcellent understanding of materials, processes and finishing operationsKnowledge of NPD process, design calculations, DFMEA and Concept Selection MatrixExposure on reading and reviewing FEA simulation reportDeveloping standard work instructions and implementing the best practice process documents & templates for complex drawingsEvaluate drawings for possible manufacturing, assembly problems, ease of serviceability and suggest improvementsStrong attention to detail and accuracy in workExposure to Project Management Skills - Ability to plan, co-ordinate and execute tasks for self and team within agreed time and with qualityAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environmentExposure/experience in working in a global engineering team environment (Preferably with US teams)Key Responsibilities / Functions:
Execute/lead sustaining engineering projects that comprises of Designing, drawing creation, BOM restructuring and product Roll-out activitiesCreate 3d models and engineering drawings pertaining to Trailers in NX CAD softwareReview designs, 3D models and drawings that represent the product in terms of its fit, form and functionParticipate in design reviews as a functional expert and provide technical expertise to product development programsDrive VAVE implementation through design and modularization of components in a product line based on analysis of a commodity category or supplier strategyIdentify areas for improvement, troubleshoot technical issues, and propose and implement design modifications of existing product linesLead collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and stakeholders, to ensure project goals are metStay up to date with emerging research and technology breakthroughs through white paper and industry research for sheet metal forming, welding, and casting processesActively participate in continuous learning and professional development activities, including attending training programs, workshops, and conferencesAs part of the Lead role, mentor trainee engineers and junior engineers on various technical skillsFollowing receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.