Power Hardware Engineer

Contract Professionals; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Power Hardware Engineer to lead the design and integration of electrical power management systems for ground combat vehicles. This role involves developing technical specifications, conducting tests, and collaborating with various engineering disciplines to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HV Electrical Propulsion and have excellent data analysis skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will directly impact the success of innovative military vehicle projects. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to cutting-edge technology, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with HV Electrical Propulsion and Generation systems.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering discipline required.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate electrical power distribution systems for vehicles.
• Perform tests and provide detailed reports on power hardware components.

Skills

HV Electrical Propulsion

Data Analysis

Technical Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

TeamCenter

Cameo

Capital Logic

3D Modeling Software

Job description

About the role:
The Specialist Power Hardware Engineer will retain responsibility for Electrical Hardware Design Engineering of Power Management and Distribution components and sub-systems to meet customer requirements and specifications for the delivery of TDP for ground combat vehicles.
Position Responsibilities:
Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Support development, design, integration and build of electrical power distribution and management hardware/components.
• Support the modelling and simulation of power distribution and management systems.
• Derive and author electrical power hardware component development and/or design requirements/specifications, product fabrication documents and associated interface requirements.
• Write test requirements, test plans, and test procedures.
• Perform tests in the laboratory and in vehicles for power hardware and management systems and their associated power distribution hardware components and provide detailed test reports as required.
• Support vehicle integration of power distribution and management systems and associated hardware.
• Troubleshoot vehicle electrical power system problems.
• Gather technical information, analyze technical problems, develop and implement technical solutions.
• Develop alternative concepts and support or perform trade study analyses
• Track weight, cost, and power allocations
• Develop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs); release drawings to the Engineering Release Plan (ERP)
• Prepare Statement of Work (SOW), Critical Item Development Specification (CIDS), Interface Control Document (ICD) and Source Selection Plan (SSP) for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to industry suppliers, or for other purposes as required.
• Perform source selection evaluation of supplier proposals.
• Manage supplier design progress, technical action item list, and transfer of engineering communication; interface with suppliers virtually and onsite; evaluate supplier cost quotes
• Provide technical oversight and direction to suppliers during design development and validation to ensure performance, test, and/or design requirements are being met
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and proposals; prepare for and present at formal Design Reviews and support internal and external Milestones/Gateways.
• Conduct engineering evaluations in a laboratory environment
• Investigate, respond, and implement corrective action to Production, supplier or field issues
• Support prototype builds, create test plans, execute tests and create test reports to validate designs, mitigate risks and/or troubleshoot problems
• Work with other engineering disciplines to exchange technical information and give direction to designers and prototype shop personnel
• Plan, organize, and maintain records of progression to ensure successful completion of projects on schedule and within budget
• Develop plans and estimates for future projects (ROMs, BOEs, project plans, informal estimates) in response to customer and contractual requirements
• Interface with internal stakeholders including IPT lead, Physical Architect, Systems Engineers, Functional Leadership, Chief Engineer, Logistics, Manufacturing and attribute managers/stake holders.
• Support internal report out to program stakeholders, customers and organizational leadership.
• Derive final design pathways and refine to design release and approval using prescribed GDLS processes.
• Role is based at company facility but may require attendance at partner test locations within the USA

Position Requirements:

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline. Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience with HV Electrical Propulsion, Generation and Storage systems.
• PLM experience using TeamCenter is advantageous along with knowledge of Cameo and Capital Logic.
• Experience in interrogation and manipulation of data hosted by 3D Modeling software.
• Automotive or Heavy-Duty vehicle and/or powertrain experience required. Military land vehicle experience preferred.
• Excellent data analysis skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and remotely is required.
• Mind-set to work collaboratively in a team environment for program success.
• Proven skills in the development of technical documents and oral communication.
• Must be a US Person and be able to secure a a security clearance.

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT:
This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens.

NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT:
No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.