Senior Design Engineer – Motorcycle Systems

Harley-Davidson, Inc.; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k program

Onsite fitness centers

Employee stores

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) in Wauwatosa, WI seeks a Sr Engineer Design to lead design, development, and delivery of motorcycle components and systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet performance, quality, cost, and timing goals across the product lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in product development, strong CAD/Creo skills, and experience with manufacturing processes, supplier engagement, and test planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Bachelors of Science (BS) degree is required in either: Mechanical or Electro-mechanical.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on engineering professional experience working directly in product development.
• Well-rounded engineering background in mechanical design, project management, and continuous improvement.
• Deep technical knowledge in manufacturing processes includes welding, forging, casting, machining, injection molding, rubber molding, chrome plating, and coatings.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, materials, and assembly processes.
• Proficient in bolted joint calculations, analysis, testing, and design tools/processes including CAD, GD&T, conventional engineering calculations, FEA, PLM systems, DFM/DFA methodologies and engineering change management.
• Proficient with CAD tools (Pro-E or Creo) to ensure design accuracy.
• Proven success in solving challenging technical problems with innovative solutions in a team environment.
• Demonstrated success directly or indirectly leading diverse global teams to accomplish technical, quality and timing commitments.
• Experience with chassis, body, powertrain, electrical or vehicle design and integration in motorcycle, powersports, automotive, transportation, or agriculture industries.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute test plans to verify project requirements.
• Experience working with suppliers and production launch activities including PPAP.
• Motorcycle riding experience or strong interest is appreciated

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and deliver motorcycle components and systems from concept through production, applying sound engineering fundamentals, analysis, and testing.
• Define and manage component or system requirements and ensure alignment with vehicle performance and project objectives.
• Create and release CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Plan and execute validation activities including DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, testing, and resolution of technical issues.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and suppliers to resolve complex technical, manufacturing, quality, and business problems
• Support sourcing, supplier development, and production readiness activities.
• Communicate technical status and risks clearly to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement through knowledge sharing, guideline development, and best practices.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers as appropriate to role.

Skills

CAD design tools

GD&T

FEA

PLM systems

DFM/DFA

engineering change mgmt

Creo

Education

BS in Mechanical or Electro-mechanical

Tools

Pro-E/Creo

Job description

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) in Wauwatosa, WI seeks a Sr Engineer Design to lead design, development, and delivery of motorcycle components and systems. You will work with cross-functional teams to meet performance, quality, cost, and timing goals across the product lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in product development, strong CAD/Creo skills, and experience with manufacturing processes, supplier engagement, and test planning.