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Maintain a safe working environment (in coordination with other lab managers) * Project support for the entirety of Engineering Shared Services * New equipment procurement * Major improvement efforts ...

Maintain a safe working environment (in coordination with other lab managers) * Project support for the entirety of Engineering Shared Services * New equipment procurement * Major improvement efforts ...

NOVA Engineering is currently seeking a highly skilled CMT L aboratory Manager to join our team in Greenville, SC . The Lab Manager will manage the lab's production and personnel and provide quality ...

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Engineering & Test Lab Manager

JTEKT North America

Greenville, SC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

Manager - HUB Testing Test Engineering and Projects
Greenville, SC
Level 108
Purpose:
The position is responsible for HUB bearing (HUB) testing to support HUB product development. Additionally, the position is responsible for Test Engineering/Tool Design, and Projects for JTEKT North America bearing testing. This position contributes to the mission of JTEKT Product /Application Engineering to develop new products and support current products.
Responsibilities and Deliverables:
  • Execution and issuing of results for HUB tests
  • Test Engineering and Tool Design support for the entirety of Bearing Engineering Shared Services (ESS)
  • Maintain a safe working environment (in coordination with other lab managers)
  • Project support for the entirety of Engineering Shared Services
    • New equipment procurement
    • Major improvement efforts (machine rebuilds, control upgrades, etc.)
  • Testing execution activities:

Leads planning meetings with requestors, stakeholders, and project teams, plans preparation work for projects and future tests; supports Test Lab staff as needed with test preparation, setup and execution; ensures documentation meets established guidelines and requirements of IATF16949; utilizes reliability engineering skills to verify closure reports are accurate and meet test request requirements; validate machine builds. Track and maintain lab performance to Key Performance Indicators.
  • Support of Product Validation and New Business Launches:

Works closely and proactively with Application and Product Engineering management to identify gaps in capability to support new product/business launches; identifies and leads the development/implementation of countermeasures to support future needs.
  • Supervision of Test Lab staff:

Manages performance, coaches, defines priorities and assigns projects and daily responsibilities; approves weekly time sheets. Succession planning and support staff training and development.
  • Identification of future needs (equipment / resources / skill gaps) and continuous improvement of existing processes

Requirements:
  • Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience with 15+ years of relevant technical skills development

Past experience must have included the following
  • 5+ years experience - Supervision of exempt and non-exempt associates
  • Experience with automated machines, sensors, and data acquisition systems. Ability to troubleshoot problems with hardware and software.
  • Proven track record leading technical teams and projects.
  • Experience with quality management systems, specifically IATF16949
  • Demonstrated aptitude with mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Interest in learning about and applying AI or analytics tools to testing systems and processes.

Other Desirable Experience:
  • Knowledge of bearing design, applications, manufacturing, and/or damage analysis
  • Knowledge and experience with statistical and reliability engineering theory, methods and tools
  • Experience with life testing rigs and accelerated testing of components
  • Experience with machine design and build preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Microsoft Computer software - Word / Excel / PowerPoint
  • Exploration of AI or analytics tools
  • Project planning and execution
  • Team skills

Work Environment:
  • The duties of this position will require exposure to areas that require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses and safety shoes.
  • Work is performed primarily in an office setting in a lab environment and will require substantial amount of time working on a computer.
  • May require lifting of objects up to 40 lbs.
  • Travel should be minimal, but may be occasionally required for machine builds, plant visits, or training.