Design Engineer

NTN Bearing Corporation; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTN Bearing Corporation in Farmington Hills, MI is seeking a CAD/Design Engineer to design NTN Bearing products in 3D/2D using CATIA V5 and NX, and to apply design standards for robustness, cost, and manufacturability.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, customers, and suppliers, develop design documents, support DFMEA/VA/VE, and ensure compliance with IATF16949 and ISO14001 quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSME preferred).
• 1–3 years of design experience; automotive industry preferred.
• Strong CATIA V5 3D/2D skills; NX skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stacking, DFMEA, IMDS, VA/VE.
• Highly motivated, detail oriented with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• 3D/2D design of NTN Bearing products using CAD tools per standards.
• Lead/support objectives (VA/VE, DFMEA, warranty reduction) to optimize designs.
• Perform engineering analyses using GD&T, FMEA, FEA, and related methods.
• Maintain CAD, PDM (SmarTeam/TeamCenter) data and IMDS reporting.
• Develop and maintain design documents and ensure cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Automotive knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSME preferred)

Tools

CATIA V5

NX

Job description

Job Title: CAD/Design Engineer – Farmington Hills, MI

Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Benefits & EEO Statement

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.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this employment opportunity, please go to our website www.ntnamericas.com, click careers and apply.