Special Exceptions Eng

Our Client, an Automotive company, is looking for a Special Exceptions – Eng for their Portland, OR/Hybrid location.
 
Responsibilities:

• The resource shall support MDC in the following areas under Task Manager direction:
• Vehicle Build Coordination (47V, 47F, and additional programs as assigned)
• Maintain vehicle build timelines and communicate schedule changes to stakeholders
• Track parts, BOM, and Spec status including CWO tracking; produce weekly status reports on missing or at-risk parts
• Coordinate POD workshops: scheduling, participant confirmation, material preparation, and post-workshop documentation
• Log and track shopcalls and build issues; maintain status updates and follow escalation paths
• Support build readiness reviews and Go/Go-Later decision gates
• Digital and Physical POD Coordination
• Own coordination of Physical POD sessions: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
• Facilitate Physical POD Workshops including Setup, Introductions, Tech Role Assignments, Issue Documentation and Review, Audio/Video and Recordings Management
• Support the connection between digital findings and physical build planning
• Support coordination of Digital POD sessions with DTICI: scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and documentation of findings
• Track and distribute outputs from POD reviews
• Maintain issue logs from validation activities and ensure ownership is assigned and tracked
• General Coordination Support:
• POD facilitation and documentation for shop calls, program reviews, and planning sessions
• Weekly consolidated report covering risks, open shopcalls, and action items
• Dashboard data upkeep and maintenance (Power BI inputs, visual management displays)
• Client-Furnished Resources
• On-site workspace and facility badge at Corp 17
• Access to IT systems (Microsoft Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, network drives)
• Access to engineering systems as needed (Teamcenter for BOM reference, view-only)
• Existing process documentation and templates
• Introductions to cross-functional stakeholders

• Minimum 3 years of planning and coordination experience in a technical environment
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple work streams and competing priorities
• Confident presenting to and facilitating large groups (30–80+ participants) including technicians, engineers, managers, and senior leadership — must be comfortable commanding a room and keeping discussions on track
• Professional demeanor with the ability to hold participants accountable, redirect conversations, and manage difficult personalities without escalating tension
• Personable and approachable; able to build rapport quickly across functions and levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Sharepoint), including setting up channels and SharePoint sites
• Experience with project management, workshop planning, and cross-functional team coordination — particularly across functions such as Quality, Aftermarket, and Manufacturing Engineering
• OEM or manufacturing environment experience is strongly preferred
• Prior experience working with client is a plus
• Power BI or equivalent data visualization experience preferred but not required
• Familiarity with Jira or a similar project management/ticketing tool (Kanban, Scrum, DevOps) preferred but not required
• Familiarity with cab-over or conventional truck configurations (e.g., spinning cab) is helpful but not required
• Preferred:
• Manufacturing, automotive, or heavy vehicle industry background
• Experience with product development processes (sample builds, design reviews, milestone gates)
• Familiarity with BOM management or parts tracking
• Power BI or data visualization experience
• Jira or similar Project Management tool (Kanban, Scrum, DevOps) experience
• Experience in a preseries or prototype build environment

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities