DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER - Deputy role for maternal leave period

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Project Leadership – Tire Transfer Initiatives

• Lead and oversee complex tire transfer projects between production plants, ensuring seamless execution while maintaining alignment with local toolbox requirements and consolidation partner objectives
• Direct the planning and validation of experimental tire orders (ETO) in close collaboration with plant operations, establishing quality benchmarks and driving corrective actions for any deviations
• Champion the implementation of Release Notices (RN) protocols, ensuring accurate product release and adherence to Start of Production (SOP) timelines across all stakeholder groups
• Drive continuous process optimization initiatives to enhance the efficiency and reliability of product transfer operations

Technology Implementation & Process Excellence

• Lead Value Leadership (VL) project execution and spearhead PI Process optimization efforts, positioning the organization at the forefront of product and process innovation
• Direct cross-functional collaboration with Quality Management, Production, and Product Industrialization teams to translate improvement guidelines into measurable operational outcomes
• Establish and maintain best-in-class process-oriented management systems (PoMS), serving as the subject matter expert and advocate for process discipline across the organization

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Own quality goal realization and lead quality optimization initiatives that drive measurable improvements in product and production performance
• Mentor and guide team members in quality standards and process compliance, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Serve as a trusted consultant on tire layout and technical specifications, providing strategic guidance to support organizational objectives

• min,Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related technical field
• Fluent English proficiency (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams and collaborative environments
• Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving mindset with a data-driven approach
• Demonstrated passion for quality excellence and continuous improvement
• Self-motivated, organized, and proactive in managing complex projects independently
• Adaptable and agile mindset with comfort navigating ambiguity and change
• Proficiency with digital collaboration tools and modern project management methodologies

Salary depends on the candidate’s experience and skills.

Target salary: T11.

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