Launch Engineer
international-automotive-components
| Company | international-automotive-components |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Anniston |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Full-time |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (breezy) |
Description
About the Launch Engineer
We expect you to be passionate about your job and deeply concerned about quality and efficiency. You should also be a good problem solver with creative approach to your tasks.
Launch Engineer responsibilities are:
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Manage business relationships with the corporate support team and customers
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Responsible for ensuring the overall success of new program launches including interfacing with internal/external team members
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Develop new business and expand product line including business case reviews
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Complete financial assessment of the program including early identification of anticipated costs and revenues
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Manage program spending
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Develop cross functional team and communication plan
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Hold weekly program team reviews to review open issues and timing
• Development of appropriate action plans to improve where necessary
• Develop Lessons Learned/Best Practices with a cross-functional team
• Report out to the program management Gateway Reviews
• Create Program timing plans for launch of programs
• Manage ideas and timing within the OI Roadmap
• Review and manage ECN/RFQ's for the program to ensure that timing and cost objectives are met
• Lead the program team utilizing the company's Global Development and Launch System Software
• Act as an advisor to program team regarding projects, tasks, and operations
Launch Engineer requirements are:
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5-7 years' experience of working on a Launch Engineer or other relevant position
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Significant experience with design and visualisations software such as AutoCAD
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Profound knowledge of industry rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards
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Experience of working in Injection Molding
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Strong project management and supervision skills
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Good practical experience with MS Office skills
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Good decision making ability and leadership skills
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Good time management and organization skills
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BS degree in Engineering or relevant field
• Must be able to stand for multiple hours and be able to lift 15-20 lbs when required
• Must be able to work additional hours as required during new program launches