Engineer II- Mechanical

Req ID 49367 | North Charleston, SC, United States

Commercial Vehicle solutions from the ZF Group provide the capability to shape the future of commercial transportation systems. With a comprehensive portfolio and expertise it enables ZF to reimagine transportation for a safer and sustainable tomorrow.

• Lead engineer in launching new remanufacturing at ZF Charleston location.  Includes development of reman validation, processes, equipment, and tooling needs for business case.
• Lead engineer for increasing component salvage programs for reman air compressors and reman Volvo I-shift units in ZF Charleston location.  Includes collaboration and support with other reman operations.
• Creation of remanufacturing processes for all mechanical and electro-mechanical products (may be in conjunction with electrical engineer).
• Support of development of customer provided new build product processes for all mechanical and electro-mechanical products.
• Performs all design functions for developing reman processes of mechanical and electro-mechanical products (may be in conjunction with electrical engineer).
• Creation of project specific documentation, such as, test specifications, drawings, test (software) programs, and PFMEA.
• Support the production engineer in the development of work instructions, specialized process equipment and tools needed for process.
• Support the program manager in the development of customer quotations.
• Responsible for solving urgent and complex problems and evaluating alternatives.
• Translates customer requirements into design solutions.
• Defines and implements best practices.
• Advice and technical opinion solicited by program, customer, and/or member of own or other departments.
• Completes project goals and monitors status within the framework of overall program goals.
• Evaluates opportunities within technical specialty.
• Establish fail-safe work methods resulting from the FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis) process

TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS                                                                                                                     

• 10%

INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL INTERACTIONS                                                                                                    ZF Engineering employees and supporting departments

• All other ZF local employees
• Customer engineering departments
• Vendors/Suppliers

MINIUMUM KNOWLEDGE AND BACKGROUND REQUIRMENTS                                                                                                                       

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or other related field required
• 4 years of practical work experience in a related field required
• Experience in remanufacturing preferred
• Must have experience with mechanical and electrical-mechanical, systems 
• Complex problem solving and troubleshooting ability preferred
• Familiarity with 6 Sigma methodologies preferred
• CAD drawing experience preferred (Creo experience preferred)
• Very strong communication skills, both written and verbal (including presentation skills) preferred
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Software preferred
• Proficient with managing and meeting project deadlines preferred
• Experience in an automotive industry helpful preferred
• Operates with minimal direction preferred

As an employment partner, we can provide:a supportive collaborative team environment:

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Personal Time
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays (13 holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
• Employee Engagement Activities

Be part of our ZF team as Engineer II- Mechanical and apply now!

Contact

Richard Gray

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran