Sr Trim Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY

Adient is seeking a Sr. Trim Engineer with strong pattern development skills to lead issue prioritization of one or more trim programs. Providing direction and follow up to Trim development and customer business units. Works closely with Engineer manager and Chief Trim Engineer. Able to take direction and use basic engineering practices to develop and implement trim design solutions that meet quality, cost, and craftsmanship objectives. Provides/influences complete seat and foam engineering input/direction to jointly achieve flawless seat appearance and craftsmanship.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Trim Cover Design:

• Apply principles of 2D pattern design, using either manual patterns and/or Trim Optitex 2D CAD tools as appropriate.
• Designs trim patterns in-line with the Trim, Foam Interface Template and follows Design for Assembly guidelines.
• Designs trim covers to meet cost targets and/or identifies issues and opportunities using the design for cost tools.
• Releases final product data into TPDM and PLM; Write and promote DA's, CR's and CN's.
• Supports Complete Seat Build Events.
• Digitizes patterns into Optitex electronic CAD patterning systems if/when needed.
• Cut and Sew and/or provide cutting/sewing support to the sew cell for development and prototype covers.
• Build/assemble development seats to verify trim designs, understanding and using production build methods
• Maintains an organized and safe storage and work environment.
• Assists in costing and quoting activities by compiling the proper information for submittal.

Trim Release:

• Thorough understanding of Change Management process. Writes Trim cover DA's and CR's and track to completion.
• Manages CN release of engineering data in TPDM and PLM, including all required documentation, drawings, etc.
• Reviews and understands EBOM.
• Provides engineering solutions based on data-driven problem solving and application of Basic Engineering Process (BEP).
• Supports key build events at JIT plants and able to interface unsupervised with working level customer representatives (internal and external).
• Creation of new Trim Construction drawings (Purchase parts for final trim cover release).
• Recommends solutions to process issues within the Sew and JIT facilities. Supports creation of manufacturing ODS and/or EWIS documentation.
• Provides support when SDT recommends changes that affect external components (seat systems, foam, structures, trim covers, tooling and plastics) - demonstrated ability to troubleshoot.
• May be expected to travel to support the SDT and/or manufacturing plant(s) if/when needed. Frequency and durations vary based on program assignments, but typically does not exceed 1-2 weeks at a time.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLL REQUIREMENTS:

Technical Development Skills:

• 2D Pattern Development capability in Optitex 2D CAD. Able to create and modify complex patterns with little to no direction to achieve required Craftsmanship targets.
• Proficient knowledge of Trim Cover safety related components and performance requirements.
• Proficient knowledge of Adient Trim design standards and BOS documents
• Proficient knowledge of Standard Components used within a trim cover
• Proficient knowledge of JIT Manufacturing requirements; ability to Reference DFAM guidelines.
• Proficient knowledge of Trim Manufacturing requirements
• Proficient knowledge of Trim Material specifications and guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply one or more basic problem-solving techniques (eg. BEP, Kepner-Tregoe, Six-Sigma, etc.) to help solve real-world issues.
• Trim Cover Construction: Strong working knowledge of trim cover construction process
• Equipment Knowledge: Basic working knowledge of and ability to operate equipment used in trim cover creation (NC Cutter, Sewing Machines etc.) as needed.

EDUCATION:

4 year college degree in job related field (e.g. textiles, clothing etc.) or other suitable technical degree preferred or 2 year degree with applicable work experience in a related field or 9+ years job related experience.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Central Tech Unit Plymouth MI