IE Engineer (Med/Sen)

As an IE Engineer, you will be responsible for manufacturing preparation, production efficiency improvement, KPI management, Lean implementation, BVPS development, standard time management, and continuous improvement activities within the plant. You will work closely with production, quality, logistics, engineering, and other departments to improve operational performance and support the establishment of an efficient manufacturing system.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manufacturing preparation before the plant’s start of production, including manpower, machines, materials, methods, and environment, and support the introduction and improvement of production standards.
• Promote the implementation and continuous development of BVPS or similar production systems, establish evaluation and improvement mechanisms, and improve shop floor management standards.
• Manage operational KPIs, including HPV, OPR, efficiency, manpower, and other production indicators, and develop improvement actions to achieve defined targets.
• Define and maintain standard working times, support headcount and workstation planning, and optimize processes, equipment, layout, and other production resources.
• Identify Lean and Kaizen improvement opportunities, plan and implement Kaizen projects, promote best practices, and organize Kaizen workshops or Jishuken activities.
• Research, introduce, and train employees on Lean tools, methods, and continuous improvement practices to develop Lean capabilities across all levels of the organization.
• Cooperate with related departments, ensure compliance with internal procedures, production standards and safety requirements, and complete other job-related tasks assigned by the direct superior.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience for IE Engineer, or minimum 5 years of relevant experience for Senior IE Engineer, preferably in manufacturing process optimization, Lean methodology, KPI management, standard time determination, or an automotive production environment.
• Fluent English language skills are required; Chinese and Hungarian language knowledge is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and production improvement methods, including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, 5 Why, standard work, Kaizen project management, KPI analysis, Excel, and MS Office tools; BVPS or Toyota Production System experience is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking skills, proactive attitude, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and commitment to continuous improvement and employee training.

What we offer

• International work environment.
• Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals from around the world.
• A supportive and inclusive work culture.
• You can use your English language skills on a daily basis.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Career opportunities in electric vehicles: Be part of the innovative and rapidly growing electric vehicle industry.
• Cross-national training: Participate in training sessions across various countries, gaining valuable global insights.
• Multilingual training: Enhance your language skills with our comprehensive training programs.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our IE Engineer or Senior IE Engineer in Hungary today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future!

Location: Hungary, Szeged

Type of Employment: Full-time

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational company based in Shenzhen, China. It operates in four core fields: IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit, and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions, BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

About BYD Auto Hungary

On 22 December 2023, BYD announced the construction of a new energy vehicle production base in Szeged, Hungary, which will be built in phases. The new production base is planned to adopt globally advanced process equipment and highly automated production processes to create a world-leading new energy vehicle manufacturing base.