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Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

Design Engineer 4 - Components Business Unit

Program ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeFarmington Hills, MI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • Seven to ten years of progressive engineering experience is required.
  • Experience working with North American original equipment manufacturers is required.
  • Understanding of North American automotive original equipment manufacturer requirements and specifications, including USCAR, is required.
  • Experience with manufacturing processes is required.
  • Experience in development roles, including engineering and design, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Manage multiple programs throughout their life cycle, from quotes through mass production.
  • Develop and manage timelines to align with and meet all customer deliverables.
  • Manage program aspects including vendors, suppliers, tool makers, testing, and the production Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
  • Work with customers on quality issues, contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Set and manage budgets for testing, samples, and general expenses.
  • Manage testing timing and approval with customers, and manage sample requests for customer delivery.
  • Develop timelines with input from the customer and internal departments to meet customer deliveries.
  • Work with the Business Planning and Development group to set up and track the budget for each assigned program.
  • Attend all customer meetings, including required onsite meetings at the customer.
  • Interface between manufacturing groups, maintain open issues, and report on project status.
  • Work internally with the SEWS Wire Harness group to support new business opportunities.
  • Work with Manufacturing and Production Control to assure PPAP release.
  • Work with customers, vendors, and internal groups to identify the root cause of quality issues and support determination of needed countermeasures.
  • Serve as the lead contact for customer communication.

Desired Qualifications

  • A technical degree with a major in engineering or design is preferred.

About the Company

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems

Supplier of automotive electrical systems.

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS) makes electrical systems for cars. Its products include electrical distribution systems, components, and electronics that help power and control a vehicle’s electrical functions. These parts are designed to be installed in vehicles to manage power flow, sensors, and other electronic systems so cars run reliably. SEWS differentiates itself through a long, trusted brand name from Sumitomo Electric Industries and a focus on quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness, backed by safety and a strong global parent company. The company aims to supply high-quality electrical systems to the automotive industry and support the development of intelligent, connected cars.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Founded
1986

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