Powertrain Design Release Engineer - Intermediate

RGBSI; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Powertrain Design Release Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of designing and developing components for automatic and hybrid transmissions. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative engineering solutions, collaborate with suppliers, and contribute to cost reduction initiatives. With a focus on best practices and robust design validation, you'll play a crucial part in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of cutting-edge automotive technologies. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact in the automotive industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-term Disability

AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of automotive engineering experience in product development.
• Competent in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT).

Responsibilities

• Develop technical requirements for automatic and hybrid transmissions.
• Conduct root cause analysis of transmission failures.

Skills

Automotive Engineering

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

NX/Teamcenter

Job description

Job Description:

• The Powertrain Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design, development and release of components and subsystems in conventional Automatic and Hybrid Transmissions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop technical requirements for components and subsystems of conventional automatic and hybrid transmissions
• Evaluate designs to the "engineering best practice" documents
• Develop DFMEAs and assess designs for failure modes robustness
• Develop DVP&R plans to validate design changes
• Develop Tools, Test Procedures and Acceptance Criteria for transmission components
• Collaborate on appropriate Design Detailing and CAE activities for design updates and/or new designs
• Support manufacturing on production-related issues
• Generate and implement cost reduction ideas
• Participate in warranty/cost reduction meetings and develop solutions for warranty issues
• Conduct root cause analysis of transmission failures and identify the root cause(s)
• Collaborate with the transmission systems group to address and support any failures using the appropriate tools and processes
• Provide guidance and direction to suppliers through resourcing, process or sourcing changes, and development using the appropriate change management system

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of automotive engineering experience in product development design and release with a minimum of 2 years of powertrain experience
• Relevant experience in engineering die cast aluminum components, park system components (pawl, gear, rod assembly, etc.), and seals.
• Competent in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Excellent work ethic, organizational skills, and communication skills.
• Requirement is to locate in the Windsor area.
• The requirement is to be able to work at ARDC site as needed. This may involve days at a time or short notice visits.
• Must have transportation/location to meet these needs.
• No driving a Client vehicle is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's degree in an engineering related field
• Working knowledge of NX/Teamcenter
• Design for Six Sigma certification
• Experience and working knowledge of automatic transmission and driveline components

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Chemical or Computer Engineering, or related Engineering field from an ABET accredited university.

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit www.zobility.com to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.