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PAY GRADE

Salary

REPORTS TO

Engineering ManagerSHIFT:

Primarily 1st Shift (Flex hours per business needs)

JOB SCOPE

Lead automated manufacturing projects for new equipment and upgrading existing equipment related to high tolerance machining and grinding processes used in the production of diesel engine piston rings and drive axle differential shims. Lead projects from conception through equipment installation and buyoff. Lead cross-functional teams to research and deploy new automated manufacturing technologies to reduce scrap, improve productivity, and address customer concerns. Develop business case proposals for new equipment projects, including return on investment, timelines, and present proposals for approval to proceed. Track projects and report out on cost and benefit measurements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Develop project Scope of Work for new equipment and upgrading existing equipment Adhere to Tenneco's quality, environmental, health and safety policies related to production equipment Create machine manuals, operator work instructions, and troubleshooting guides Analyze and plan work force utilization, and layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree in Automation/Engineering or equivalent experience Three years of experience leading automated manufacturing projects Excellent computer skills Outstanding communication, interpersonal, speaking, and written skills Machine shop and equipment maintenance experience a plus Individual must be able to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, chemicals, coolants, oils, and electrical power. PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel toe shoes required in designated areas. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities