Sr Engineering Lead/Supervisor - Mechanical

ZF LIFETEC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Passive Safety Systems US LLC is seeking a Sr. Engineering Lead/Supervisor – Mechanical to join our team and drive the design, development, and validation of airbag modules and related components.

You will partner with cross-functional groups to ensure robust product realization and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience, and is proficient in CAD/CAE, GD&T, DFMEA, VA/VE, AutoCAD, and Minitab.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Mechanical engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in mechanical engineering roles with inflatable restraint systems.
• Experience with FMVSS226 and automotive safety standards.
• Proficient in CAD/CAE, GD&T, DFMEA, VA/VE, and drawing release.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design, development, and validation testing of IRS airbag modules.
• Prepare and specify engineering BOM and coordinate tool studies.
• Analyze test samples, write reports, and present results to customers and mgmt.
• Provide technical leadership and problem solving to manufacturing locations.
• Mentor engineers and manage documentation including DFMEA and DVP&R.
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally with a hybrid schedule.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Minitab

CAE

DFMEA

VA/VE

GD&T

Job description

Sr Engineering Lead/Supervisor - Mechanical

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ZF Passive Safety Systems US LLC has job openings (multiple) for the position of Sr. Engineering Lead/Supervisor – Mechanical based out of its location in Washington, MI.

Job Duties: Work with cross-functional teams to lead the product design, development, and validation testing of IRS airbag modules. Prepare and specify engineering Bill of Material and coordinates engineering tool studies. Analyze test samples, write test reports, and present results to customers and management. Work with cross-functional teams to lead engineering problem solving root cause analysis activities and provides technical expertise and troubleshooting to manufacturing locations in support of programs. Manage prototype samples in support of development testing and customer deliverables. Lead and communicate as primary technical customer's contact. Apply knowledge of CAD software, CAE, and system performance. Apply knowledge of manufacturing processes of airbags for optimizing design. Manage release of technical documentation including drawings, Design Failure Mode Effects and Analysis (DFMEA) and Design Validation Plan and Reporting (DVP&R). Participate in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) cost reduction activities. Identify product specifications and implement GD&T principles to fulfill program specific requirements. Conduct comprehensive design review activities. Mentor and provide direction to less experienced engineers. Provide airbag knowledge and leadership direction to Engineering Teams. A hybrid (in-office and telecommute) work schedule is available. 30% domestic and international travel required.

Requirements: Master's degree in Mechanical engineering, or closely related engineering field plus 4 years of experience as Mechanical Engineer, Product Engineer, or Design Engineer working with Inflatable Restraint Systems and curtain air bags and demonstrated experience with: Leading product development for curtain air bags, including RFQ, design, development, validation, and launch; Government standards and Federal regulations (FMVSS226) and applying them to the automotive safety restraints business; Inflator technology; Curtain airbag design, simulation performance, and release for manufacturing; Applying analytical capabilities: CAE, GD&T, DFMEA, and VA/VE; AutoCAD; Drawing Release Technology; and Minitab.

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Sr Engineering Lead/Supervisor - Mechanical

• Innovative Impact: Shape the future of safety with life-saving technology that truly matters.
• Dynamic Workplace: Thrive in an agile, collaborative environment where every idea counts.
• Culture of Excellence: Be part of a team with over 60 years of high standards and groundbreaking achievements.
• Growth & Empowerment: Advance your career with strong support for personal and professional development.

Diversity & Inclusion

At ZF LIFETEC, we are committed to building a culture where inclusiveness thrives and diversity is valued. We welcome unique perspectives and actively work to remove barriers, empowering all employees to reach their full potential. Guided by this vision, we innovate and create life-saving technology that makes a real impact on automotive safety.