New Product Launch Engineer

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its

entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. Does that sound interesting to you? As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

As part of the team you will be responsible of:

• Leading and managig a new developed project/component within the operations to support the project time, budget and functionality;
• Develop the manufacturing concept based on product architecture and requirements, matching it to state of the art production processes, technologies and standards;
• Provide input to quote team (investment, layout, cycle time, staffing);
• Define operations time schedule, sample build & launch targets;
• Develope and maintain the launch process in accordance with the valid processes (phases, deliverables, gates, BOM, settings in the system, etc.);
• Responsible for all activities: suppliers during the build up phase, clarification of questions, timeline, technical reviews, pre-release;
• Coordinate the line release of all documentations included (Line Validation, Capability-Study, Handbook, Reverse-PFMEA, Maintenance Instructions);
• Ensure to build PPAP on time under released conditions;
• Initiate P-FMEA as well as the reverse P-FMEA to avoid process failure and assure stable process quality;
• Coordinate and control project activities, track the project progress, define corrective measures if deviating form the project plan;
• Ensure capital spendings are aligned with approved authorizations and/or budgets
• Ensure other costs (labor, ramp-up) costs are per approved project plan and budget.

What will you need to succeed:

• University degree in engineering / Project Management / similar discipline;
• Experience in manufacturing/project management function(s), (automotive experience nice to have);
• Experienced in leading teams;
• Experienced team player in international project teams;
• English language - proficient level.

What we offer:

• Onboarding & Integration: we help you settle in quickly through our onboarding program and a team that supports you;
• Health & Life Insurance: we provide private health plans and life insurance, so you can have peace of mind;
• Discounts: enjoy discounts from our partners on activities, trainings, goods etc.;
• Bookster Subscription: are you a passionate reader? Then you can borrow your favorite books from the Bookster Library;
• Professional Development: with our variety of projects and teams, you'll be able to learn new skills, develop and shape the career path that fits you best;
• Bonuses: performance bonuses reward your achievements, and thorough referral bonuses we thank you for helping our team grow;
• Gift for Special Occasions: celebrate Easter, 8th of March or the Winter Holiday;
• Vacation Days: we truly believe in long-term partnerships, and we're committed to supporting your well-being with a generous vacation policy from the start of your journey with us;
• Meal Tickets: we're happy to offer meal tickets as part of your everyday benefits, helping make your lunch breaks more enjoyable;
• Flexibility: you can balance your work and personal life with arrangements tailored to your job and responsibilities.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

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