Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

The overall role of a COS (CAx Operations Support) Administrator is to install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot IT client computers and servers for Engineering, ensure high availability and performance of Engineering related applications and hardware, and support the IT needs of the R&D community.

•    Deploy, install, configure, test, support and monitor Windows & Unix (Red Hat, 7/8, Ubuntu) client machines and servers (including Virtual Servers).
•    Install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and support CAx applications homologated in the Forvia environment (CATIA V5, NX, Autodesk, Solidworks, Teamcenter, Hyperworks, etc.) 
•    Ensure hardware and software conform to organizational standards and policies.
•    Troubleshoot and resolve automotive OEM connectivity issues 
•    Maintain and update documentation of environment, procedures, and inventory.
•    Provide level 2 technical support for Engineering department end users.
 

Your profile and competencies to succeed

•    Bachelors degree or 3 years relevant experience
•    Language Skills: Bilingual – Must be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish.
•    3 years of recent systems administration experience with multiple operating systems (Windows 11, Windows server, Red Hat, Ubuntu, VMWare, etc.)
•    Functional level of Linux support experience (knowledge of NFS, basic system administration, software deployment on rhel and ubuntu).
•    Knowledge of Virtual Servers (VMware) and Monitoring Tools (Nagios and CheckMk) is preferred.
•    Basic knowledge of IT Networks (WAN, LAN, VLAN)
•    Technical knowledge of supporting recent versions for CATIA, NX, Teamcenter, and CAE applications (like Hyperworks, LS-Dyna, Abuqus, GT-Power, etc.)
•    Basic knowledge of IT Networks (WAN, LAN, VLAN)
•    Able to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in case of high-pressure environments.
•    Able to work and communicate in a multi-cultural environment 
•    Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills is a must 
•    Must be able to work effectively in a de-centralized environment, independently or with a team given structured project tasks
•    Must be willing to work occasional week-ends or off peak hours to support upgrade scenarios or production outage situations and must be available for occasional travel
 

What we can do for you At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.