Product Engineer – Powertrain Emissions

HTC Global Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

HTC Global Services in Michigan is seeking a Product Engineer to design, develop, and validate structural components for passenger trucks and vehicles, with a focus on underbody parts.

You will apply CAD/3D modeling (CATIA V5/V6 or 3DX), interpret CAE outputs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet package, durability, and safety targets. The role requires leadership, DFMEA/PFMEA, and release activities, plus ongoing cost and weight reduction initiatives across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years in frame or structural design and release.
• Experience with CAD and 3D modeling.
• Experience with CATIA V5/V6 and/or 3DX.
• Ability to interpret CAE model outputs and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate structural components for passenger trucks and vehicles.
• Support design and release for frame structures, mounts, and related parts.
• Develop and modify CAD models to generate iterative proposals.
• Apply first principles to structural design and analyze CAE outputs.
• Design and release built-to-print content while meeting standards.
• Provide design leadership to meet package, crash, durability, and thermal goals.
• Lead frame structure designs to satisfy requirements.
• Resolve durability, assembly, and functional issues.
• Apply DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Engineering specs.
• Support robust designs and failure mode avoidance.
• Mentor peer engineers and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Support material cost reduction and warranty reduction initiatives.

Skills

CAD & 3D

CATIA V5/V6

CAE interpretation

Leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

NX/3DX

Job description

Overview / Summary

We are seeking a Product Engineer to design, develop, and validate structural components for passenger trucks and vehicles. The role will focus on developing innovative, efficient, cost- and weight-effective solutions for underbody components while balancing functional and engineering requirements.

Job Description

Product Engineer – Chassis

Overview / Summary

We are seeking a Product Engineer to design, develop, and validate structural components for passenger trucks and vehicles. The role will focus on developing innovative, efficient, cost- and weight-effective solutions for underbody components while balancing functional and engineering requirements.

The engineer will work with frame structures, frame-mounted structural sheet metal, body isolators, tuned mass dampers, and related components. The position requires strong CAD and 3D modeling capabilities, analytical engineering skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate structural components for passenger trucks and vehicles.
• Support design and release engineering for frame structures, mounts, spare tire winches, and/or tow hooks through forward model development, release, and launch.
• Develop and manipulate existing CAD models to generate iterative design proposals.
• Apply engineering first principles to structural design and interpret CAE model outputs.
• Design and release built-to-print and/or full-service supplier content while ensuring designs meet applicable requirements and engineering standards.
• Provide design leadership to meet vehicle attributes, including package, crash, durability, commercial upfitting, and thermal management requirements.
• Lead, review, and approve frame structure designs to ensure component and vehicle requirements are met.
• Resolve durability, assembly, and functional issues.
• Apply engineering disciplines including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Perfect Drawing Plans, and Engineering Specifications.
• Support robust designs and failure mode avoidance.
• Coach, technically mentor, and guide peer engineers through regular technical information exchange.
• Support material cost reduction, warranty reduction, benchmarking initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to balance deliverables and develop effective engineering solutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in frame or structural design and release.
• Experience with CAD and 3D modeling.
• Experience with CATIA V5/V6 and/or 3DX.
• Ability to manipulate existing CAD models and develop iterative design proposals.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of engineering first principles as applied to structural design.
• Ability to interpret CAE model outputs.
• Experience with design and release activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and work effectively with cross-functional groups.

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high‑performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long‑term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.