Karma Automotive

Lead Engineer, KATC (Karma Advanced Technology Center) Prototype & Development

The Lead Engineer, KATC (Karma Advanced Technology Center) Prototype & Development is responsible for providing engineering guidance with all activities and work related to Engineering, Integration, Prototyping and Fabrication, primarily supporting the programs from design concept phase through production. This role both manages the engineering needs to prototype and supervises the engineers to help make prototypes.

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to

• Supervise the Prototype and Development Engineering team and provide engineering guidance to support solutions and instructions to both Vehicle Engineering Technical and Fabrication teams.
• Manage the engineering team to guide the engineering and fabrication of all Advanced Engineering Vehicle Mule Build(s) or Product proof of concept requests.
• Manage the Engineering technician team to help initiate the formulation and incubation of ideas to enable proper prototyping and verification of early preproduction products.
• Lead engineering interfacing and technical communications with engineering module leads prior to vehicle or product launch for prototype and fabrication support.
• Technical liaison with Engineers/Requestors regarding technical aspect of the work requests and support any testing required by Engineering.
• Support the supervision of the entire team’s workmanship and output through quality and efficiency management.
• Support department head with all duties as assigned. This includes but is not limited to filing in technical needs as required per project, assisting with department head’s daily needs.

Required Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelors in Engineering (Mechanical and/or Electrical Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience
• 3-5 years supervising and/or managing a team in a similar role with like responsibilities.
• Familiar with automotive service, repair, and diagnostics
• Proficient experience with CAD (CATIA, SolidWorks, and/or Fusion 360)
• Proficient with desktop software (including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Proficient with manufacturing instructions, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings
• Ability to diagnose with OBD II diagnostics systems and data acquisition tools.

Tools and Equipment

• Hand and power tools
• CNC machinery, machining, and lathe equipment
• 3D Printing
• Welding (TIG/MIG)

Personal

• Passion for automotive
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
• Reliable, innovative, committed self-starter, with a focus on quality.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Physical Requirements:

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee should have the:

• Ability to use air or electric powered hand tools
• Ability to use a vehicle lift
• Ability to use a forklift
• Ability to drive many different sized vehicles
• Ability to frequently use hand(s) for repetitive actions (grasping and fine manipulation)
• Ability to frequently walk or move in and around a vehicle and a workshop environment
• Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, turn, and stoop while working with your hands and on a vehicle
• Ability to frequently be around or operate loud machinery and moving equipment
• Ability to stand for occasional periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 60 pounds.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing their job in a workshop environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may spend 100% (excluding breaks and meal periods) of time in a workshop environment.

Total Rewards (Benefits, Perks & Compensation)

Benefits & Perks:

In addition to our competitive compensation, you will also be eligible for the following at Karma:

• Medical Plan choices include HMO, PPO & HDHP (High-Deductible Health Plan)
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Health & Well-Being Program Events
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Time, Vacation time and Personal Floaters
• Paid Holidays including Company’s Annual Year End Shutdown
• Karma Cares Program (Monthly lunch & breakfast)
• Work life Balance (Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule)
• Employee Driving Program
• Pre-taxed Commuter Benefits & much more!

Compensation:

$125,000 - 145,000 /annual salary. Compensation will vary DOE.

At Karma, our base pay is one part of our total rewards package.

Compensation offered may vary on multiple factors, including market location, education, skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position being offered.

Karma Automotive, INC is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender identity and expression, color, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), national origin/ancestry, religion, military/veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, intersectionality or any other characteristic and group protected by applicable law. Karma Automotive, INC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a physical or mental disability. Valid driver’s license may be required based on essential duties.

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