Design/Release Engineer - Driveline/Disconnects

Stellantis

Lake Angelus, MI, United States

7 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

5 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

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Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA) Computational Fluid Dynamics Failure Mode Effects Analysis Subsystems

Job description

Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, including transfer case shift systems, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gears, differentials lockers, ELDs and actuators.
Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other driveline engineers
Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related degree field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering, with a focus on driveline systems
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
Strong knowledge of driveline components and systems, including transfer cases, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gear reducers and actuators
Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results
Understanding of root cause analysis tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X, etc., * Masters Degree in Engineering
Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended function into requirements
Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving

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