Customer Liaison Engineer

Company: Tenneco
Location: Southfield
Posted on: January 16, 2020

Job Description:

Customer Liaison Engineer Tracking Code ******-846 Job Description Tenneco, Inc. has recently acquired Federal Mogul. The strategic combination of Tenneco's Ride Performance business with Federal-Mogul's Motorparts business will establish a global aftermarket leader with an impressive portfolio of some of the strongest brands in the aftermarket including Monroe, Walker, Wagner, Champion, Fel-Pro and MOOG. The company's broader aftermarket product coverage, stronger distribution channels, and enhanced channel development will strengthen its position in established and high growth markets (China and India), and drive success through new mobility models and capturing evolving e-commerce opportunities. We are looking for a Customer Liaison Engineer. This position will focus on overall program management including technical interface with customer engineers, new product design, product launch management, and plant support. The Customer Liaison Engineer will be a valued member of the Engineering department where we strive to promote from within wherever possible; therefore, opportunities for advancement are strong. The team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You'll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our Hiring Manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Meet with customers in an application engineering role to learn technical requirements for new business opportunities. * Develop and optimize high value, cost effective new part or system designs based on customer requirements and DRiV engineering and manufacturing capabilities * Independently develop and deliver design presentations to customers to demonstrate how DRiV can meet their needs * Develop and execute project management plans for new or existing projects. Participate on the NPIS/APQP teams on these projects from concept through production. * Ensure compliance with customer drawings and specifications as well as Government regulations. Resolve requirement issues directly with customer engineers * Assist in coordinating testing, design, FMEA, and prototype activities on a day-to-day basis. * Champion Total Value Management (TVM) initiatives within target areas of responsibilities. * Provide support to the manufacturing production facilities to launch new products and resolve technical issues. Required Experience EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or equivalent. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: * Minimum of 5 years' experience in engineering functions developing and releasing product, preferably in areas of elastomer technology. * Strong communication skills required (written, oral and presentation). * Good computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Project. * Experience with Elastomer product design / Development. Job Location Southfield, Michigan, United States Position Type Full-Time/Regular

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