Job Title
(Industrial) System Architect
Job Description
You are responsible for
Developing manufacturing platforms and influencing product platforms using the Manufacturing Concept Process, to ensure early involvement of manufacturing in Architecture/AD/PDLM, to drive manufacturing requirements, using DfMAT methodology with a strong focus on (financial) evaluation and optimization.
Driving harmonization, platformization, idea generation and improvement initiatives in multidisciplinary teams, focusing on the interaction between product and manufacturing systems and processes.
Work with Supply Chain Engineering and Site Manufacturing Engineering to create industrial manufacturing and supply platforms.
Active contribution to the roadmap process (product/manufacturing/technology) and assessment of fit with current manufacturing setups and compatibility with manufacturing (Technology) roadmap.
Participation in the Community of Practice Architecture & Automation to build the network, scouting and sharing of new technologies.
Maintain and improve the architecture framework process/procedures/tools and training documentation with stakeholders.
Ad-hoc upon request support in specific new project execution, including automation set up, molding DfM, assembly DfA, DfT
To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience.
Qualifications:
BSc degree in Engineering or Manufacturing/Industrial Fields
10+ years’ experience in device design, manufacturing, automation, equipment specification and development where of 5+ years in Personal Health domain
Fit:
A team player and have good presentation and communication skills
You have excellent analytical skills & can balance theory, innovation and practical realization.
Be able to switch from a helicopter to a detailed view.
Have good influencing skills like networking skills & negotiation skills.
Possess a “can do” attitude.
Have an Innovation mindset, be excited about trying new technologies.
Be able to develop a vision and strategy for the future.
Willingness to grow, learn and try new things.
Take calculated risks.
Get along well with others, be observant and aware of cultural and personal differences.
Adapt and change.
Be able to communicate with a broad audience, from engineers to business leaders.
Important technical know-how:
Fundamental understanding of consumer products.
Manufacturing process, tooling & equipment design.
Product-, Process-, and Production System Architecture.
Knowledge of injection molding and tooling design.
System requirement and specification development.
Product Innovation & Lifecycle Management Fundamentals.
DfSS & DfMA(A)T practitioner or master.
Value Chain Analysis, financial analysis.
Technology Scouting.
Operational Excellence & Lean tools.
Demonstrated Problem Solving Techniques.
Important leadership skills:
Business processes: initiate standardized way of working and simplification of solutions/processes.
Stakeholder management.
Demonstrated project leadership and collaboration in complex technology development environment. Can lead analysis on complex issues.
Initiates new development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects, programs, and people.
Demonstrated process improvement track record.
Able to self-manage tasks, lead and deliver results.
Able to manage small groups and teams.
Able to work as part of a global cross-functional engineering team and being the bridge between Asia and the Netherlands / USA.
Global manufacturing experience preferred.
Language skills:
English fluent in written and spoken
Chinese fluent in written and spoken
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