Together We Saves Lives by Innovation!  

The keys to success are yours at Joyson Safety Systems!  We are a global leader in design, development and manufacturing of safety-critical systems and components for automotive and non-automotive markets.  We are dedicated to delivering life-saving technology to customers worldwide. Joyson Safety Systems harnesses collaboration and innovation to ensure quality and exemplary service for our customers worldwide.  Our company is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA, with a global network of more than 30,000 employees in 22 countries.

Our team is passionate about the automotive industry, dedicated to delivering quality and innovation for the future. We support lifelong learning and offer resources that help our team members establish a strong, solid foundation. We aim to promote from within, providing excellent opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Our talented team is hardworking and dedicated to keeping people safe. We foster a collaborative, open culture; as a global business, we encourage our team members to communicate and collaborate with colleagues worldwide. As our operations continue to grow, we are always seeking top talent to join our winning team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and follow up on regional engineering projects, including installation, validation, and launch of production lines across different plants.
• Coordinate RFQ responses and creation of SOWs with manufacturing plants.
• Manage engineering project progress through timelines, tracking matrices, KPIs, and weekly/monthly executive status reports.
• Ensure execution of FAT, SAT, and machinery/equipment validations, coordinating with global engineering, suppliers, and local teams.
• Coordinate the integration of new machines and lines, ensuring compliance with capacity, safety, quality, and traceability requirements.
• Coordinate with Quality, Production, Maintenance, Safety, and Engineering departments for line release in accordance with global and local standards.
• Provide technical support to process engineers for capability analysis (Cp/Cpk), time studies, DOE, and process validations.
• Support the release of technical documentation (PFMEA, Control Plan, Work Instructions, Layouts, etc.) in compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.
• Monitor compliance with Special Characteristics (CC & CS) and specific customer requirements during project development phases.
• Safeguard and control project information within the internal system, ensuring traceability and proper documentation backup.
• Prepare status presentations and progress reports for follow-up meetings.
• Ensure suppliers have the necessary information and raw material samples required for quotation, construction, and validation of assigned projects.

Job Profile

Education: Industrial, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in process engineering, manufacturing, or project management, preferably in the automotive industry.

Technical Knowledge

• IATF 16949, PFMEA, Control Plan, PPAP, RFQ, SOW.
• Automation, PLCs, and traceability systems.
• Capability analysis, time studies, ergonomics, line balancing, and layouts.
• FAT/SAT validations and technical documentation.
• Advanced English (fluent for global communication).
• Knowledge of automotive safety products (seat belts, retractors, buckles) - Considered a plus

Skills

• Cross-functional team leadership and project management.
• Planning, organization, and prioritization of multiple simultaneous projects.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work under pressure with a results-oriented mindset.

Availability

• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and does not discriminate in any employment or employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Joyson Safety Systems does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need JSS immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, OPT, etc.) now or in the future.