Position Summary

This position will participate in the development and application of various processes utilizing specialized equipment to efficiently accomplish production, testing, benchmarking, modification, and repair of Astemo Intelligent Power Module (IPM) products.

Used in our inverters, IPMs are advanced, on-chip solid-state power switching devices. The term “power module” refers to the presence of a power switching component (usually an IGBT-type transistor), and it is “smart” because it includes additional control and protection circuitry.

The expertise needed will involve the production processes to make IPMs. Production equipment will need to be properly validated and qualified, operated to equipment specifications producing finished assemblies based on the product standards and customer requirements for mass production.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills)

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• 5+ years of related work experience in an industrial manufacturing setting
• Expert PLC programmer (Keyence, Omron), Robots (Fanuc, Motoman, Yamaha, and Mitsubishi), Weber screwdriver, Nordson Spray System, Keyence and Omron Vision, LabVIEW, and Visual Basic
• Automotive industry work experience with emphasis in high power electronic or electronic devices
• Knowledge of EV components - inverters, power modules, or control modules
• Knowledge of APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, and similar quality practices
• Certification in IPC-A-610 or similar standards is a plus
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and principles including IPC regulations

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Position Duties and Responsibilities	Time Spent	Company Value
Develop and evaluate new IPM product processes and equipment	40%	1
Support M/P equipment problems and develop solutions	35%	2
Support development of technology, resource, and production requirements	15%	3
Support new business opportunity evaluation	5%	4
Other duties as assigned to support corporate objectives	5%	5

Skills and Abilities

• Promote and embody Astemo’s code of conduct leading with integrity and ethics
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines, work independently, and make effective decisions
• Utilize advanced tools and equipment for soldering, inspection, and testing of electronic components
• Maintain detailed documentation of inspection results, rework procedures, and quality control measures
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to PCB soldering and circuit functionality

• Design, implement, maintain, or improve manufacturing testing instruments, equipment, facilities, components, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, or domestic purposes

• Confirm equipment meets the required specifications and is safe to use

• Write, maintain, and analyze process programs within multiple digital environments

• Setup testing trials/experiments for customer/internal needs including countermeasure activity
• Confirm that all product requirements are satisfied by online testing including daily validations

• Develop reports, graphics, and presentations by compiling data from various sources
• Write technical specifications for equipment procurement
• Monitor progress, comply with quality/schedule requirements, and maintain logs and records
• Assist in developing capital project programs for new equipment or major repairs
• Estimate labor, material, or construction costs for budget preparation purposes
• Research methodology and procedures to apply principles of testing and electrical theory to projects

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Ensure all local, state, and federal laws and regulations are followed
• Analyze technology and assess potential applications
• Improve manufacturing proficiency levels to meet plant goals and objectives
• Coordinate and recommend cost savings and efficiency ideas
• Must be flexible to adapt to changing requirements