Job Description

• Interface with cross functional team to design and develop functional solutions that achieve design requirements & to ensure proper design interfaces with other components, and all requirements are met.
• *Work with other functions Design / Releasing teams to ensure consistency in requirements, standards, and practices across programs.
• Translate Functional Objectives into technical requirements and solutions
• Create and analyze alternative design concepts
• Integrating system components
• Support Benchmarking of competitive vehicles.
• Maintain core Engineering Design Practices (EDP’s)
• Implement innovation roadmaps as well as coordinate the advancement of new technologies and procedures to improve program timing.
• Define Customer interface requirements
• Own and update Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVPR), and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) - ensure functional objectives, guidelines and corporate requirements are met
• Harmonization and quality improvement activities
• Cost value analysis
• Develop timelines and drive programs to meet deliverables.
• Manage Tier I suppliers and software releases and/or hardware designs to meet program timing and deliverables.
• Interface with stakeholders at all levels including vehicle teams, HMI, validation, requirement leads, technical specialists, leadership, and develop robust functional designs.
• Present action plans with status/risks to get and keep programs on track.
• Maintain changes and budget to achieve deliverables for a sound product launch.
• Follow, track and root cause build issues found during pre-production builds, prior to launch of the program and warranty analysis of all the components after the launch.
• Concept Design and feasibility studies
• Support resolution & design updates of vehicle packaging, logbook and manufacturing feasibility issues
• Conduct Computer Aided Design (CAD) modeling (Catia / NX) and template set-up & maintenance using Knowledge Based Engineering template modeling techniques.
• Clearly communicate component status and issues in Google Suite and MS-Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Early Computer Aided Design (CAD) creation and development prior to supplier award & onboarding
• Generate CAD and 2D drawings for components including GD&T
• Build detailed harness BOMs
• Identify in lines and eyelets that are readily available
• Work with Prototype Build Engineering to procure long lead components and coordinate sample requests for component suppliers.
• Assess and packaging harness design
• Provide technical interface to the advanced team
• Work with designers to develop packaging and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with designers and support teams to ensure all necessary Teamcenter tasks are completed.
• Attend design reviews/coordination meetings.
• Develop and release BDU and related component designs that satisfy vehicle level
• Determine the wiring effect for bulletins and product plan changes and provide electrical build support
• Provide program deliverables on time per major development milestones
• Lead and coordinate Product Development Tea (POT) meetings with suppliers
• Coordinate change management (CCD, CN, A, PER, ICD)
• Execute standardization plans and reuse of validated subcomponents
• Provide build and launch support as needed
• Track current production warranty and assist in foot cause investigations
• Develop program High Voltage Battery Systems (HVES) concepts that satisfy battery pack and vehicle level functional objectives down to the battery module design level
• Coordinate T HVBS module packaging activities with advanced concept engineering team and battery pack design team
• Execute programs through POP that meet or exceed objectives or performance, cost, weight, investment, and quality
• Develop and publish HVS module performance standards
• Author and submit source packages on time to support product plans
• Develop component and system level OVPs and coordinate component level OVP with tiered suppliers
• Pull and manage part numbers
• Execute design for manufacturing process and coordinate assembly process with manufacturing engineering
• Develop and execute system integration Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for HVES modules
• Develop and publish HVBS performance standards
• Develop system level validation plans, end of line test, and continuous conformance test requirements and coordinate with Tier 1 supplier
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of documentation outlining best practices supporting internal continuous improvement initiatives and the development of product technology roadmaps
• Point of contact for all engine hardware issues
• Lead initial root cause analysis and support through closure
• Lead Design and Release Engineers (DRE's) in meeting program objectives for their components with respect to cost, weight, performance, quality, manufacturing, timing, etc.
• Support Change Management

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and or MBA from an ABET accredited university (or equivalent)​
• Knowledge Lighting Development, Lighting Measurement, Lighting Simulation using SPEOS or any other simulation tools
• Experience developing Performance Standards, Creating master sections and Surface feasibility proposal for PDO​
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN bus and experience with circuit analysis​
• Design for Six Sigma DFSS experienced (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), Shainin Green Belt​
• NX and Teamcenter knowledge​
• Automotive Interior Product Design components/systems design/development/releasing experience​
• Experience with Tooling feasibility in Injection molded plastics/Decorative components​
• Highly motivated individual with excellent communication, leadership, organizational skills, excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work in a cross functional team environment​
• Knowledge of Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), FEA, Mold Flow Virtual Validation, GD&T, and i-Speed
• Well-rounded outward attitude
• Willingness to present to Management
• Knowledge of Quality Methods and tools (Green Belt -- DFSS/Reactive, SBT, 3L5Y)
• Knowledge of radio head unit software and hardware architectures and corresponding vehicle system architectures
• Ability to lead colleagues from engineering, planning, and suppliers to achieve goals
• Demonstrated potential to direct, teach, lead and inspire
• Highly effective at communicating technical issues both verbally and written
• Knowledge of Apple CarPlay, Google Android Auto, Projection Technologies
• Experience with CAN (Canoe) bus
• Understanding of Bluetooth, WiFi protocols, USB
• ​Excellent MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)​
• Strong technical knowledge of plastic design and system interfaces.​
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanism and moving components interfaces.​
• Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​
• Strong technical knowledge of plastic components and metal structures design and seat system interfaces.​
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanism, latches and moving components interfaces.​
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Powertrain / Engine / Transmission operation and components. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to lead and manage Suppliers.
• Some travel required to Supplier and Corporate Engine/Transmission / Vehicle Assembly Plants -- including Canada & Mexico.
• Green/black belt in Shainin or DFSS desirable.
• CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experiences on Powertrain structure
• Hands-on involvement in the repair/modification of a vehicle, home or other technically complex project
• Working knowledge of Casting and Injection Molding processes.
• Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​
• Valid driver’s license is required as well as a clean driving record.
• Basic understanding of power electronics and devices
• Understanding of electrical engineering protocols and standards
• Working technical knowledge in applications engineering and product design/development (specifically within an automotive context)
• Working level knowledge of DVPAR and DFVEA.
• High level of proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Highly motivated and self-starter
• Demonstrated ability to work in team environment
• Working level knowledge of Power Electronics analysis and simulations tools
• Ability to interface professionally with key customers, cross- functional teams and all levels of personnel management
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to manage multiple responsibilities while being mind of deadlines
• Must be task oriented, detail oriented, and curate with work

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.