Powertrain Design Engineer

Acro Service Corp; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Acro Service Corp in Ann Arbor, MI is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Engineer for a 6-month contract with a possibility of extension. You will create and modify designs for electrified drive components and sub-assemblies, interpret drawings, and coordinate with suppliers and Toyota Motor Corporation (Japan) as needed.

Responsibilities include problem solving, issuing design specifications (3D models, 2D drawings, technical reports), and guiding development through validation and launch while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and modifying drawings using CAD/CAE.
• Working knowledge of DRBFM and DFMEA.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Electrified transaxle/motor design experience including OEM/supplier integration.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with suppliers and international partners.
• Create and modify designs for hybrid electric motor components and sub-assemblies.
• Problem solve, issue design specs, and produce 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical reports.
• Coordinate development activities through validation and launch, addressing technical issues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with suppliers, affiliates, and Toyota Motor Corporation (Japan).
• Create and modify design of hybrid electric motor components and sub-assemblies to meet all engineering requirements.
• Ability to problem solve, issue design specifications (3D models, 2D drawings, technical reports, assembly instructions), and interact with others in a fast-paced multicultural work environment.
• Integration of electrified drive units into on-vehicle and off-vehicle designs prioritizing safety, customer appeal, competitiveness, and on-time development.
• Coordinate all related development activities up through validation and launch, including problem solving of technical issues.
• Partner with design engineers in Japan and Local Suppliers for the design and development of motor components and assembly design.
• Participate in design, evaluation, manufacturing, and benchmarking activities at the events locally and internationally (as necessary).
• Report weekly to management and in related Obeya meetings.

Requirements:

• This project is currently for 6 months with the possibility of extension
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline
• Experience using CAD/CAE, including the ability to read, interpret and modify drawings
• A working knowledge of DRBFM and DFMEA.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Electrified transaxle/motor design, including automotive OEM/supplier component to vehicle integration experience (including Co-op/Internship)
• Design knowledge for magnets, coils, e-steels or similar materials
• Experience working in partnership with Quality, Manufacturing and/or purchasing to identify and resolve issues

Added bonus if you have

• This project is currently for 6 months with the possibility of extension
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering discipline
• Experience using CAD/CAE, including the ability to read, interpret and modify drawings
• A working knowledge of DRBFM and DFMEA.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
• Electrified transaxle/motor design, including automotive OEM/supplier component to vehicle integration experience (including Co-op/Internship)
• Design knowledge for magnets, coils, e-steels or similar materials
• Experience working in partnership with Quality, Manufacturing and/or purchasing to identify and resolve issues