Launch Engineer

Job Title: Launch Engineer

Job Description

The Launch Engineer is responsible for overseeing engineering changes, rework activities, and process optimizations during the launch phase of new vehicle programs. This role ensures the seamless implementation of product and process modifications while minimizing disruptions to production.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage engineering changes, rework activities, and process optimizations during the launch phase of new vehicle programs.
• Ensure seamless implementation of product and process modifications while minimizing disruptions to production.
• Coordinate Pre-Series builds within the Body Shop to ensure on-time delivery to internal customers.
• Lead and coordinate the implementation of engineering changes in the Body Shop during vehicle launch.
• Develop and implement strategies for managing rework activities in the Body Shop.
• Coordinate containment, repair, and validation of vehicles requiring rework.
• Work closely with quality teams to monitor and analyze defect trends, implementing proactive measures to reduce rework.
• Provide regular status reports on change implementation, rework progress, and key issues to leadership.
• Support lessons-learned activities from previous launches to refine Body Shop processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Project management skills, including project tracking and communication.
• Ability to understand and analyze manufacturing processes and the development of internal and external cost and timing from these processes.
• Understanding of vehicle construction methodology and the technical reasons for change.
• High aptitude for computers and complex data, especially launch programs.
• Experience with launch and automotive processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of engineering-specific computer systems such as Catia and Micro Station.

This is a Permanent position based out of Ooltewah, TN.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Ooltewah,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $85,000 - $105,000