Design Engineering Manager - Driveline Large Tractor

CNH

Oak Brook (IL)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 184,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Adoption assistance
Fertility & Family building support

Job summary

CNH Industrial is looking for a Driveline New Product Design Manager to lead an engineering team through design and development of transmissions, transaxles, and steer axles for agricultural and construction machinery.

You will work cross-functionally with driveline engineering, program management, vehicle engineering, and manufacturing to deliver complex drivetrain systems while ensuring cost, quality, and durability goals are met. Hybrid onsite in Oak Brook with some travel may be required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, agricultural, and/or automotive engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 3 years supervising and coordinating engineering teams.
  • Minimum 10 years in a product development environment with cross-functional exposure.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a direct team of engineers in the design and delivery of driveline components and systems.
  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams including vehicle platforms, hydraulics, electronics, chassis, etc.
  • Define / track Design and Virtual Validation Plan for components and systems.
  • Coordinate release activities of driveline components and support BOM integration at vehicle level.

Skills

MS Office (PowerPoint & Excel)
Team leadership
Problem solving
Verbal & written communication
Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, agricultural, and/or automotive engineering
3+ years supervising engineering teams
10+ years product development experience

Tools

Pro/E CREO
VisMockup

Job description

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

The Driveline New Product Design Manager is responsible for leading an engineering design team to develop transmissions, transaxles, and steer axles drivetrain components and systems for machinery that feed world. In this role, you will plan, analyze, design, and support implementation on complex drivetrain systems working multi-functionally with a direct engineering design team, colleagues in driveline engineering / program management, vehicle engineering, component validation, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, service, and driveline / vehicle electronics.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a direct team of engineers in the design and delivery of driveline components and systems.
  • Promote collaboration within the Driveline design team.
  • Position is accountable to meet staffing requirements, team member growth, and development.
  • Administer team member performance evaluations (Mid & full year) and provide details for goal setting.
  • Work with the Driveline program manager and project planner to prepare development costs, resources requirements (full time & temporary), and project timing.
  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams including vehicle platforms, hydraulics, electronics, chassis, etc.
  • Compile, maintain, and drive multiple schedules for new product design activities (working with planner).
  • Generate and present technical documents including concept / design status, development issues / resolution, and technical risks.
  • Design models and perform performance evaluations in the virtual environment using various driveline design methods and software packages.
  • Manage engineering bill of materials throughout lifecycle of product development.
  • Coordinate release activities of driveline components and support BOM integration at vehicle level.
  • Define product card requirements for suppliers of systems and components, participate in technical reviews.
  • Define / track Design and Virtual Validation Plan for components and systems.
  • Support test activity definition and write test requests for systems and components.
  • Lead proactive technical tool reviews such as DFMEA, Concept/Design, and PFMEA.
  • Verify designs are efficient in cost, manufacturing, and able to meet quality/durability requirements.
  • Create models and drawings in Pro-E for mechanical parts and mechanical component assemblies.
  • Responsible for delivering 3D models/2D drawings, considering CNH design guidelines and standards.
  • Ensure team follows CNH process for models, assemblies, 2D drawings, and design checklist activities.
  • Optional: Work a hybrid working model, with minimum of 3 days/week working onsite (Tues-Thurs) in Oak Brook with flexibility for additional days onsite for training or other specific business needs.
Experience Required
  • Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in mechanical, agricultural, and/ or automotive engineering disciplines.
  • Minimum 3 years demonstrated experience supervising and coordinating engineering teams.
  • Minimum 10 years demonstrated ability of working in a product development environment, or similar, with exposure to engineering, development processes, and multi-functional team collaboration.
  • Demonstrated ability of independent and proactive thinking.
  • Must be able to handle several projects at the same time.
  • Strong interpersonal skillset including written and oral communication skills.
  • Extensive proficiency with MS Office suite, including PowerPoint and Excel.
  • Ability to optimally communicate (verbal and written) issues, problems, and observations of work being performed across multiple levels and work groups.
  • Knowledge of 7-step problem solving methodology and other root cause analysis tools.
  • Ability to recognize issues that need to be raised as well as prioritize resolution.
  • Available to travel up to 20% (up to 5% internationally). Travel to CNH locations (i.e. R&D centers, manufacturing plants), suppliers, & CNH dealerships.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Over 5 years demonstrated experience supervising and coordinating engineering teams.
  • Knowledge of agricultural and construction equipment products.
  • Knowledge of off highway (i.e. Tractor, Construction) and / or on highway (i.e. automotive or truck) driveline.
  • Preferred candidate will have direct work experience with complex drivelines or complex on road / off road vehicle integration or systems.
  • Experience in the development of mechanical driveline systems and components including machined castings, complex transmission shafts, clutches, brake systems, lubrication systems and involvement with the selection of gears and bearings.
  • Shows understanding of driveline components and assembly manufacturing processes.
  • Hands on Experience with complex prototype builds in test labs or manufacturing locations.
  • Budget (R&D) experience including management of budget of multi-year programs. Ability to complete program cost projections based on upfront data from platforms.
  • Experience using Pro/E CREO &/or VisMockup software (or equivalent).
Pay Transparency

The annual salary for this role is USD $120,225.00 - $184,345.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

For roles open across multiple locations, the salary range indicated refers to the primary location. If a different location is considered, the applicable salary range will be communicated to candidates prior to the first interview.

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

Benefits

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Savings & Retirement benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Fertility & Family building support
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off

Click here to learn more about our benefits offerings! (US only)

US applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the federal "Know Your Rights" poster here. CNH Industrial participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information here.

Canada applicants: CNH Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, place of origin, disability, marital status, family status, age, or any other ground prohibited by applicable provincial human rights legislation.

If you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at narecruitingmailbox@cnhind.com.

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