Piston Group

Engineering Change Specialist

Piston Group  •  Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

The Engineering Change Specialist manages the lifecycle of product modifications, including Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Orders (ECOs) or Requests (ECRs), from initiation to implementation. They bridge engineering, production, supply chain, and quality departments to ensure seamless design updates, minimize inventory obsolescence, and maintain accurate Bill of Materials in ERP/PLM systems.

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive? Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle and Product Discounts

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the full lifecycle of engineering changes, including submission, review, approval, and implementation.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Program Management, Launch Team, Human Resources, Quality teams, as well as other plants and suppliers if needed, to assess impact on production and inventory.
  • Update Bills of Materials (BOMs) and maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation for all revisions.
  • Track and manage inventory.
  • Monitor the status of engineering changes, reporting on progress and identifying bottlenecks to improve workflow. Supports all customer program meetings as required.
  • Coordinate regarding product changes to ensure timely adoption of new revisions.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering or a related field.
  • A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or supply chain, specifically within change management.
  • A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience and proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), including Product Data Management (PDM).
  • A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience with technical understanding of product design and engineering documentation, and manufacturing processes.
  • A minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience with MS Word, Excel, and Project at an intermediate level.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, complemented by a high level of organization and the ability to facilitate collaboration across diverse teams.

Piston Automotive, part of the Piston Group family of companies, is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the unique contributions of every employee. We encourage all candidates to apply for positions that match their skills and capabilities, ensuring equal consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For any questions regarding job opportunities or the application process, please reach out to us at pistongrouptalent@pistongroup.com We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the job search and application process, reinforcing our commitment to inclusivity for all job seekers.

Piston Group

About Piston Group

Piston Group is a private investment platform founded by industry magnate and NBA champion Vinnie Johnson, to build value by creating, operating and growing world-class manufacturing and design companies. With investments beginning in 1996 and a strong entrepreneurial culture, today’s platform has grown to include Piston Automotive, Irvin Products, and Detroit Thermal Systems.

Piston Group's world-class manufacturing facilities deliver operational excellence through employee empowerment. Our team of more than 11,500 skilled engineering and manufacturing specialists proudly builds customer value every day.

We create solutions and breakthroughs. But at the end of the day, what we really create is value. And that has become the purpose that our entire Piston Group family lives and breathes every day — to not just build, but to build value.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Southfield , Michigan
Year Founded
1996
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