Electronics Systems Vehicle Component Packaging Engineer

Tata Technologies Ltd.; Saline (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies Ltd. in Michigan seeks an experienced design engineer to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to drive vehicle development. You will design packaging structure, create 3D and 2D data in CATIA V5, and plan schedules to meet cost and performance targets.

The role requires strong communication, experience with production vehicle trials, and the ability to work across cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting (office-based several days per week).

Qualifications

• Collaboration with internal, external and international stakeholders.
• CATIA V5 proficiency required for 3D data and drawings.
• Experience supporting vehicle development and production trials.
• Proven planning/scheduling abilities with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders in cross-functional teams to design packaging structure, prepare drawings, plan and manage schedule for complex engineering problems.
• Lead part development to meet targets for cost, mass, performance and schedule with high quality and efficiency from project start through start of production.
• Develop design data in 3D and create 2D drawings using CATIA V5.
• Prepare process documentation using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Support or lead obeya meetings with commodity engineers and vehicle assembly teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

CATIA V5

Supplier collaboration

Project planning

Vehicle development

Communication skills

AI for efficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred)

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

• Collaborate with related stakeholders (internal, external and international) in cross-functional teams to design packaging structure, prepare drawings, plan and manage schedule for complex engineering problems.
• Manage and lead part development to meet targets for cost, mass, performance and schedule with high quality, efficiency, and optimization mindset from project start through start of production.
• Excellent, clear and frequent communication with internal and external stakeholders (management team, project leaders, manufacturing, suppliers, other design department, TMC Japan, etc.).
• Develop design data in 3D and create 2D drawings using Catia V5.
• Use TBP process to break down problems and contribute to obeya meetings with other commodity engineers, WH supplier engineers, and vehicle assembly members.
• Prepare process documentation using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hybrid work: At least 4 days per week working in office (1 WFH).
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering discipline, Electrical or Mechanical preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of vehicle development process.
• Fundamental understanding of vehicle manufacturing process.
• 5 or more demonstrated years of experience collaborating with suppliers.
• Proficient in CATIA v5 for parametric 3D data and drawing preparation. (4+ yrs)
• 5 or more years of vehicle development experience.
• 4 yrs demonstrated abilities in planning/scheduling, multi-tasking and engaging with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience supporting a production vehicle trial.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Documented problem-solving experience [solve problems and communicate].
• Experience leveraging AI to improve efficiency.

ADDED BONUS

• Experience in all stages of Vehicle development (Full Model change or Major-Minor model change)
• Proficient in leading variable workforce and/or Design-In members
• Experience in using simulation software such as Computer-Aided Engineering (structural/vibration) or CST studio suite (EMC/EMI) Electromagnetic capability and Electromagnetic interference.
• Experience negotiating with Styling group and Cross-Functional departments.
• Experience in design of electrical systems/parts.
• Experience in design of other ADAS systems such as Panoramic View Monitor, Sonar, and Blind Spot Monitor, or Headlamp ECU.