Design Engineer

NTN Bearing of America; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NTN Bearing of America in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a CAD/Design Engineer to design NTN bearing products using NX and CATIA V5, with emphasis on meeting design standards and customer specs.

You will perform GD&T, FMEA, and tolerance stacking analyses, maintain data in SmarTeam/TeamCenter and IMDS, and collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers to optimize robustness and cost. Bachelor’s degree required; 1–3 years automotive design experience preferred; on-site role with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of design experience; automotive industry preferred.
• Strong CATIA V5 3D/2D skills; NX a plus.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stacking, DFMEA, IMDS, VA/VE.

Responsibilities

• 3D/2D design of NTN Bearing products using CAD software (NX / CATIA V5) following NTN and customer standards.
• Lead/Support department objectives (VA/VE, DFMEA, Warranty Reduction) to optimize design for robustness, manufacturing and cost.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses using internal tools and industry methods (GD&T, Tolerance Stacking, FMEA, DFMEA, FEA).
• Maintain CAD, PDM (SmarTeam/TeamCenter) and data exchange systems, and IMDS reporting for all programs.
• Develop and maintain design documents to meet performance requirements.
• Collaborate with NTN plants, customers, and suppliers during design/development.
• Adhere to IATF16949 and ISO14001 quality systems auditing.

Skills

Automotive design

Attention to detail

DFMEA/VA/VE understanding

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5 CAD

NX CAD

SmarTeam/TeamCenter

Job description

Location: USA, Farmington Hills, MI

Welcome to CAD/Design Engineer role! NTN Bearing Corporation (NBCA) is a major division of a multinational manufacturing company providing highly engineered precision components to automotive and industrial industries. We enjoy the prestige of being a major supplier of constant velocity joints and wheel bearings to both domestic and foreign auto manufacturers. NTN has an outstanding job opportunity for a CAD/Design Engineer at our Farmington Hills, MI location.

Responsibilities Include:

• 3D/2D Design of NTN Bearing products using various CAD software programs (NX / CATIA V5) in accordance with NTN, industry and customer specific design standards; demonstrate strong level of design acumen and application of CAD tools.
• Lead/Support department objectives (ex. VA/VE, DFMEA, Warranty Reduction) with emphasis to optimize product design for robustness, manufacturing and cost while meeting customer specifications.
• Perform various engineering calculations and analysis using internal software tools as well as industry standard tools/methods such as GD&T, Tolerance Stacking, FMEA, DRBFM, FEA, etc.
• Maintain all applicable CAD, PDM (SmarTeam/TeamCenter) and data exchange systems, as well as material data reporting (IMDS) specific to internal and customer requirements for all assigned customer/programs.
• Develop and maintain design documents including internal/external standards, DFMEA, etc. that are necessary to meet product performance requirements.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with all phases of business including NTN manufacturing plants, customers, external suppliers, etc. during the product design/development process.
• Adhere to all department work instructions, IATF guidelines, customer specific requirements and NTN policies and procedures. Participate in annual internal and external auditing activity related to Design Engineering for the IATF16949 and ISO14001 quality systems.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor's degree (BSME preferred) in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of Design experience; automotive industry is preferred.
• Moderate knowledge of automotive power train or driveline systems.
• Must have strong CATIA V5 3D/2D skills and desire for CAD work. NX 3D/2D skills a plus.
• Fundamental understanding of various manufacturing processes.
• Moderate knowledge of GD&T, Tolerance Stacking, DFMEA, IMDS, VA/VE.
• Must be highly motivated, very detail oriented and possess excellent organizational, time management, communication and problem-solving skills.

NTN Bearing Corporation (NBCA) offers a full range of comprehensive benefits, including choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a cash matching 401(k) Plan, separate company contribution to your 401(k) retirement account, paid vacation, additional paid time off during the major holiday season, and eligibility for tuition reimbursement. NTN Bearing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that strongly supports diversity in the workplace.