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Kelly Services Product Development Engineer in Franklin, Tennessee
Entry Level Product Development Engineer (After-sales)
Nissan
Franklin,TN
Hybrid Schedule
Job Summary
Performs the technical development/engineering of products for after-warranty service applications with assistance/support from a Senior Engineer or Manager.
Supports market research and business case analysis to determine which products to add/include in the product line. Provides technical assistance to other engineers/departments.
Analyzes and identifies engineering issues and part quality incidents and seeks engineering countermeasures.
Communicates product issues to management for countermeasure development.
Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.
Job Functions
The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.
Develops product specifications to ensure compatibility with Original Equipment parts specifications, materials, and construction.
Issues product specification documents to suppliers. Works with suppliers, OEM Product Engineers, Global After-Sales department NML, Product Quality Engineers, and references Nissan Design Standards, to define part performance, quality, and testing/validation requirements.
Supports the supplier sourcing process by providing technical capability assessments, manufacturing facility audits, etc. as required.
Conducts CAD/Drawing design studies, and part application studies, using appropriate IT systems i.e. G2B, TCE, FAST, etc.
Utilizes Project Management skills/tools to control the product development schedule and ensure development is completed on time, and within quality cost targets, to meet program objectives.
Identifies any issues and reports to management in a timely manner, proposes countermeasures.
Maintains tracking system to monitor the countermeasure development progress.
Issues follow-up reports, conducts meetings and communicates with responsible parties to ensure countermeasure are being developed and are progressing on target.
Supports the Sales Marketing team in the development of product marketing materials. Investigates field incidents by analyzing available data, conducting surveys, collecting dealer information, collecting and testing incident parts; prepares related reports.
Monitors all data for potential safety, regulatory, or emissions related issues, elevates issues to management and supports any investigation requests from management.
As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative.
Minimum Qualifications The following qualification statements reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant.
Job Knowledge and Skill:
Basic technical understanding of automotive design and development processes, production, troubleshooting and maintenance.
Experience: Two or more years of directly related professional-level Engineering experience.
Supervisory Experience:
Education: Bachelor s degree in a related Engineering discipline.
Computer Skills: Advanced knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to create specialized applications or products of a highly technical nature.
Physical Requirements The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Travel: Between 5 and 10 day and overnight travel.
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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