Senior Automation Engineer at Yanfeng Global Automotive Interiors in Novi, Michigan

Job Description:

Yanfeng Automotive Interiors (YFAI) is the global leader in automotive interiors. YFAI is redefining how people relax, work and play in their vehicle interiors today and decades from now. Headquartered in Shanghai, the company has 114 manufacturing plants and technical centers in 20 countries and more than 33,000 employees globally. They design, develop and manufacture interior components for all automakers. Established in 2015, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors is a joint venture between Yanfeng Automotive Trim Systems Co., Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Huayu Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (HASCO), the component group of SAIC Motor Corporation Limited (SAIC Motor), and Adient, the global leader in automotive seating. For more information, please visit www.YFAI.com.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the machine and tool pre-assembly at the customer site.


• Perf I/O checks, safety interlock verification, PLC software commissioning and modification at customer site.


• Responsible for the technical support of the whole progress of the project’s implementation in the plant. Ability to create new programs for devices and machines safety, function and reliability.


• Responsible for cooperating with other departments to do technical support at landing and launch phases of the project.


• Reporting the project technical status to the direct manager and relevant personnel in a timely manner.


• Is responsible for observing CE and machine regulations


• Communicate with passion and act as a change agent

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics.  


• Advanced degree in engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Business strongly preferred

Work Experience