Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Overall responsibilities and duties:

The Manufacturing Engineer is in charge of the complete development of tools and processes to reach FIS targets of Quality, Cost, and Delivery within FCP & PMS requirements and to deliver components according to drawings/specifications

The main missions of the role are:

Series production

• Procurement of manufacturing equipment under consideration of demanded security, quality and environmental protection and their preservation
• Equipment & tooling follow-up
• Update manufacturing routines and work instructions
• Keep processes (machines, tools, procedures) at best possible level in compliance with HSE regulations and QCD
• Participate to the plant PDP
• Implement the standard process of tool development (FCP instructions) along PMS phase
• Build, update & monitor the complete timing plan for tools and processes to reach SOP in time.
• Build, update & monitor the progress of tool & process convergence to targets
• Reports progress through standard document described in FCP instruction
• Anticipate & manage the necessary support in terms of expertise or simulation when needed
• (PoC, CAE, Purchasing, Logistics, Program, PML, PDL)
• Capitalize experience on the development through lessons learnt process & KM creation within his Technology Engineering Domain
• Defines tools & process specificities & targets (FCP document)
• Ensure product feasibility by existing state of the art and standards in tools & process
• Participation to the RFQ and tool maker selection process
• Commit to necessary steps to kick off tool (SNC, Kick Off, Pre-Study, Study)
• Translate product key characteristics into process parameters.
• Lead Tool FMEA if any.
• Lead grain mapping activity with grain supplier, toolmaker and customer for visible grained parts.
• Track progress and convergence of all necessary entry data to keep Quality, Cost, Delivery in line with initial plan
• Raise & implement all actions defined after each trial to reach Quality, Cost, Delivery in line with initial plan
• Ensure all checks & R@R at plant
• Ensure transfer of proper documentation to the plant together with the tool
• Update and finalize the tool follow up documentation to prepare Lessons learned process
• Raise program LL, potential KM or standard update or creation proposal
• Give process inputs to Pilot Plant through standard documentation.
• Ensure conformity of the produced part versus the product specification defined by Product Line, through process parameters optimization.
• Support appearance approval for the engineering team (on new and aged parts)

Continuous improvement process
Support the continuous improvement process in following:

• Labor
• Quality
• Equipment and tooling
• Space
• Work conditions

Reporting:

• Manage ME key indicators (TRS: change over, cycle time, reliability…)
• Comply and reinforce the Code of Management and Code of Ethics as it applies within the perimeter of Manufacturing
• To uphold and reinforce the Code of Ethics and the Code of Management as it applies within Manufacturing
• Comply with and reinforce the appropriate Code of Ethics as it applies to the protection of Manufacturing related documents

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Minimum education level 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably in production or mechanical engineering

Professional Experience 

• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in the auto industry

Skills and competencies

• Trained in Faurecia Excellence System and Program Management System
• Basic financial skills (costing, budget, investment)
• Leadership skills
• Ability to interface with other functions - Networking capabilities.
• International mindset
• Proficient level of English required
• Computer literacy
• Business Minded
• Strong teamwork sense
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. 
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. 
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) 
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. 
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. 

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.