Engineer - Equipment (Machine Construction)
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Job Description
1. Equipment, Workstation & Investment Planning
• Plan MAE and EWAK (workstation equipment and accessories) investments for new and existing lines/products, including cost and feasibility analysis.
• Develop workstation layouts based on process definitions from VSE/IE.
2. Workstation & Equipment Setup
• Define SRS with the support of Value Stream functions (FPV and QPV), purchase, set up, trial, and buy off all workstations and accessories for new products and automation/improvement projects.
• Set up machines and equipment with IE support and complete buy-off before Pilot Run and Mass Production.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to reduce setup time and enhance stability.
3. Production Line & Process Improvements
• Execute improvement initiatives related to workstation design, ergonomics, VT, and general process performance.
• Collaborate with Maintenance for sustaining activities of running products.
4. Fixtures, Tools & Equipment
• Define, purchase, set up, trial, and buy off fixtures, tools, and equipment for new products.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA), Machine Capability studies, and deploy SPC stations when required.
5. Structured Handover to Maintenance
• Preparing and delivering comprehensive maintenance instructions, PM checklists, troubleshooting guides, and equipment documentation.
• Defining and coordinating the spare-parts concept, including critical spare identification.
• Conducting formal training sessions for maintenance technicians and supervisors, including hands-on operation, safety, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Ensuring full competence transfer and sign-off before release to mass production.
• Supporting Maintenance during stabilization phase until equipment reaches target performance and reliability.
6. Process Expertise & Technology Ownership
• Build up and maintain deep process expertise in one defined technology area and serve as the internal Technology Cluster Owner.
• Develop technical standards, best practices, and know-how within the assigned technology.
• Provide expert guidance for troubleshooting, process improvements, and new technology evaluations.
• Act as the technical contact for cross-functional teams regarding the assigned technology.
7. Knowledge Transfer & Support
• Train and guide process engineers, trainers, supervisors, and maintenance teams by transferring technical and process know-how for smooth production ramp-up.
8. Additional Responsibilities
• Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate superior as needed.
Requirements
Function: Engineering
Experience Level: Mid-Senior Level