Process Engineer Assembly w/m/d (Dep.: DOP)

AVL is the world's largest independent company for development, simulation and testing technology of powertrains (hybrid, combustion engines, transmission, electric drive, batteries and software) for passenger cars, trucks and large engines.

Location:  Graz 

Job description:

• Contribution to extensive planning and optimization projects of drive systems, battery systems and fuel cells
• Definition of assembly and testing processes, assembly and testing times, tools and equipment
• Design of fabrication layouts in line with project framework conditions
• Drawing up specifications for assembly and testing equipment; request for quotations, definition of comparison criteria, comparison of bids and preparation of investment recommendations
• Drawing up production time schedules, continued monitoring of dates and deadlines and coordination
• Analyses aimed at product cost reduction/process cost optimization and implementation of measures at customer premises
• Process and weaknesses analysis
• Optimization of available production facilities and systems with a view to quality and productivity through introduction of suitable methods and processes
• Assessment of production equipment available at customer and supplier premises and making recommendations for technical optimization
• Calculation of production times, investments and costs as well as economic efficiency calculations 

Required profile:

• Mechanical engineering or engineering management graduate of a university, university of applied sciences or secondary technical college
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in assembly planning, operative control or operations scheduling in the automotive environment
• In-depth knowledge of methods and QM systems  (Kaizen, TPM, IATF 16949, VDA 6.3, 6Sigma, Shainin)
• Sound knowledge of standard MS-Office applications
• Self-directed approach to work and precise working attitude, reliability
• Flexibility, self-directed initiative and commitment
• Pronounced ability to work in teams, goal orientation, negotiating skills and organizational talent
• Pronounced cost and quality awareness
• Sound spoken and written command of German, confident in conducting negotiations in English
• Readiness for business travel at home and abroad

What we offer:

• Flexitime Regulation
• Canteen
• Award-winning Training Programs
• Health Management
• Parental Leave Management (Maternity/Paternity Protection & Educational Leave)