Process Engineer - Weld Line Facility Planning and Process Study

• Experience with Product DMU (Digital Mock-up) / BIW structure and identify Concerns regarding Manufacturability, Joining(weld spots, sealer, studs & bolts), Datums study for jigs/equipment reuse. Define Tolerance & Matching quality fit and finish.
• Preparation of Weld line process plan based on Engineering and Production BOM (Bill of Material). Developing jig planning sheets & tack spots planning.
• Preparation of Weld Line specification (Line Concepts, Layout, Cycle time & Man/Machine Utilization) for new model Introduction.
• Planning for Material space, trolleys, supply of material to line side & material handing equipment.
• Procurement ( RFQ and spec making) of weld Jigs/Equipment based on technical specifications and based on Procurement procedures.
• Knowledge and exposure in Design approvals, Gun study, Robot payload checking, hand stress analysis, line pokayoke, etc.
• Buy off of weld lines, mechanical, and electrical installation, audit robot programs, and line trials for product validation in coordination with other departments.
• SOP & Ramp up support, line productivity & efficiency improvement.
• Cost down related & Kaizen approach in working welding line solutions.

Technical/Functional Competencies :

• Knowledge of Welding process, Gun study, layout optimization, spot planning, JPS
• Detailed Knowledge of Weld Body structure, should be well versed with 2D Drawings. Exposure to 3D Jig design would be preferred.
• Hands-on experience with different trials during new model development
• Experience in different software - MS Office, Auto CAD, Uni-graphics & simulation software like RobCAD, PD/PS, OLP(Fanuc robot) & Virtual simulation, etc.
• CAE analysis mechanical structures - Robot gripper, swing jig/fixture, pedestal, etc.
• Robot teaching experience (Fanuc/Kawasaki make) - Spot welding, Handling, Sealing, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Pneumatic & Hydraulics, Auto Weld Line operation

Behavioral Competencies :

• Target-oriented, Good Analytical Skills, Excellent interpersonal, communication & presentation skills, Team player with Networking skills, etc.
• Have the inclination to go into details of each task at hand, and have exposure to 5 why, 3G, and 3K analysis.