Product Engineer, HVAC

Davita Inc.; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector seeks a Product Engineer in HVAC for development and engineering tasks. This role involves designing components, performing validation testing, and engaging in reverse engineering. The ideal candidate will possess an engineering degree and up to 2 years of experience in related fields.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree preferably BSME required.
• 0-2 years' experience in relevant engineering roles.

Responsibilities

• Design and release of components as per product line managers.
• Manage new part programs; ensure completion of assigned activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure manufacturability of designs.

Skills

Engineering principles

Reverse engineering

Project management

Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)

Microsoft Office tools

Education

Engineering Degree preferably BSME

Job description

Job Title: Product Engineer, HVAC

Location: Skokie, IL

Work Arrangement: ON-SITE

Tenneco is one of the world's leading designer, manufacturers, and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 65,000 team members working at more than 200 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, DRiV, Performance Solutions, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

The Product Engineer is primarily responsible for the design and release of components that have been identified by product line managers and other functional groups. The product engineer's responsibilities will include engineering, application engineering tasks, as well as involvement with internal and external manufacturing engineering, quality and customer support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Internal part design


• Reverse engineering of products


• Designs developed through suppliers


• 1st article approvals


• Validation testing


• Quality/inspection requirements


• Failure analysis


• Provide Purchasing and Marketing support


• External Customer/Supplier interfacing


• Simultaneous engineering support for local and offsite manufacturing plant(s)

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Engineering Degree preferably BSME

Experience:

• 0-2 years' experience

Skills:

• Manage new part programs at the individual component level, ensuring completion of assigned activity


• Apply a basic knowledge of engineering principles, established engineering procedures and automotive engineering to complete assigned activities


• Establish and expand skills in reverse engineering aftermarket products, building a strong foundation in part design and validation processes of the Engineering department


• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and basic project management principles


• Participates in DVP&R completion tasks as assigned by senior engineering staff


• Prepare and complete sample approvals, testing requests; evaluate test results, and publish final test reports


• Support engineering quality issue resolution, evaluate returned products for failure mode, and provide actionable feedback


• Collaborate with manufacturing facilities to ensure manufacturability of designs, participate in feasibility reviews, and assist in implementing new materials and designs


• Develop a comprehensive understanding of customary materials and conceptualize designs


• Possess sufficient product knowledge to work closely with suppliers on product development activities


• Create and understand component drawings, ensuring full dimensioning and correct specification per engineering standards and procedures


• Establish skill in engineering software and tools as required


• Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office tools for project management

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $66,400.00 - $132,300.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off


• 401(k) Plan


• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account


• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D


• Education Assistance

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.