Mechanical Engineer 4 in Chillicothe, Illinois at Cintal, Inc.

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Support the Purchased Finished and Product Health team in managing purchased finished electrification components, aftermarket solutions, and production robustness initiatives.
• Mitigate Assurance of Supply (AoS) risks associated with single-sourced electrical machines and components through design improvements and sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate closely with the purchasing organization to reduce supply chain risks and improve component availability.
• Develop and implement dealer support solutions for products operating in the field.
• Support production quality and throughput targets by driving: Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, Deviation management processes, Resolution of supplier-related production issues
• Provide end-to-end component-level support for new product development projects, including:Requirements management,Supplier evaluation and selection,Validation planning and execution,Technical issue resolution
• Lead assigned projects independently by understanding project objectives, defining work plans, and ensuring successful execution.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and business objectives.
• Work extensively with stakeholders across: Purchasing, Testing and validation, Dealer services, Product support, System integration teams, Suppliers and manufacturing partners
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability, supply stability, and production efficiency.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understanding, organizing, and prioritizing their work
• Collaborating clearly and effectively with adjacent work groups, including status updates, requests for help, etc.
• Attending, presenting, and participating in stakeholder, project collaboration, and team meetings
• Following standard processes where applicable, including NPI, NTI, and Small Batch
• Evaluating competing options for cost, quality, and velocity

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 8+ years in this capacity is a must

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Experience with electric machines or electrification
• Experience with suppliers
• Experience with APQP and other quality processes
• Experience with risk management and mitigation, including Virtual Product Development

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.