Prototype Engineer
Brembo · Homer
Manage prototype build schedules, daily activities of direct reports, prototype programs to ensure all prototypes are delivered correctly and on time.
Responsible for processes for all prototypes, documentation, prototype tooling, data, communicating with product engineers, manufacturing engineers and coordinating with shipment.
Utilize innovative techniques for design and improving processes, participate in 5S, and kaizen teams. Improve changeover techniques, first part approvals, and work holding designs while reducing required operations.
Manages and schedules the prototype department to assure all prototypes are delivered correctly and on time. Coordinates with Product Engineering to assure all product is traceable with corresponding data. Leads part processing development following a standardized approach. Evaluates and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, material, manufacturing processes, tooling and quality control standards. Assist the Engineering and Manufacturing departments, when required, on new program launches. This position works across multiple departments.