Sr. Mechanical Product Engineer

Aptiv; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care day 1

Life and accident insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation assistance

Learning and development

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Aptiv is a global technology company enabling the future of mobility.

We seek an EC design engineer to develop electrical centers and assemblies per customer requirements and Aptiv standards, leading design reviews and coordinating with cross‑functional teams to deliver on time.

The role leverages Mold Flow, FEA and tolerance analysis, with strong emphasis on GD&T, NX modelling and effective communication in English.

Qualifications

• Experience designing electrical‑mechanical automotive assemblies.
• Knowledge of electrical centers, harnesses and connectors.
• Ability to interpret design analyses (FMEA, FEA, Moldflow).
• Strong time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop Electrical Center (EC) products and assemblies using customer requirements and Aptiv standards.
• Lead the EC product development process and design reviews.
• Create robust designs using Mold Flow, FEA, thermal analysis and tolerance stacks.
• Apply GD&T to components and assemblies.
• Prepare Validation Plans, DFMEAs, test reports, and DFM reviews.
• Coordinate with PM, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering to meet schedules.
• Generate cost estimates, change orders, RFQs and EC documentation.
• Deliver technical presentations to customers and support design reviews.

Skills

EC design

GD&T

Mold flow

FEA

Thermal analysis

Tolerance stacks

Siemens NX

Excel

Project management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Moldflow

ANSYS

Job description

We are Aptiv - a global technology company with 190,000 specialists in 46 countries. We develop innovative software and build the hardware to bring autonomous driving cars, advanced driver‑assistance systems, connected vehicles and smart cities to life in a way that only we can. We work in partnership with almost all car manufacturers. Our sensors, systems and software can already be found in almost all passenger cars today. With our deep domain expertise, Aptiv is developing solutions that solve our customers' toughest challenges. We are enabling the transition to software‑defined vehicles supported by electrified and intelligently connected architectures – which will combine to power the future of mobility.

Why join Aptiv?

You’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected.

We provide an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Major Job Responsibilities

• Develop Electrical Center (EC) products and assemblies using customer requirements, Aptiv EC design/process standards, best practices, and design guidelines.
• Lead the EC product development process, ensuring timely completion of internal design reviews.
• Create robust designs using analysis tools such as Mold Flow, FEA, thermal analysis, and tolerance stack analysis while meeting cost, performance, and manufacturing requirements.
• Apply GD&T to components and assemblies.
• Prepare Validation Plans, DFMEAs, test reports, and DFM review materials.
• Partner with Project Management to develop and manage timing plans for mechanical components and ensure deliverables are completed on schedule.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Electrical, Systems Engineering, and Testing teams to ensure mechanical component and assembly requirements are met.
• Generate cost estimates, change orders, RFQs, and other EC design documentation accurately and on time.
• Develop and deliver technical presentations to customers.
• Support customer design reviews, design validation activities, and vehicle/bench builds.

Specific Skills

Skill and experience in the design of electrical‑mechanical assemblies for automotive applications. Examples include electrical centers (aka fuse boxes, PDCs, PDBs), connector assemblies, electrical terminals, plastic housings and similar.

Knowledge of automotive electrical system products including electrical centers, harness assemblies, connection systems, terminal systems, etc.

Working knowledge of materials, design principles and manufacturing methods for plated stamped metal components, molded plastic components, printed circuit boards, etc.

Ability to interpret the results of design analysis tools such as DFMEA, mechanical and thermal FEA, Moldflow, tolerance stacks, etc.

Excellent time management and work prioritization skills.

Assertive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.

Proficient English speaking, reading and writing.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Capable Microsoft Office user proficient in Excel.

Working knowledge of Siemens NX.

Preferred Product Design & Engineering experience with Electrical Center products.

Proficient in Siemens NX modelling & drafting.

Experience working in automotive on electrical/electronic/electromechanical products.

Your Benefits at Aptiv

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave).
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers.
• Recognition for innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities to give back to the community.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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