Sr. Product Engineer

LM Wind Power / GE; Ohio; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Temperature Product Engineer to design and manage automotive temperature sensors and thermal management devices. This role involves cross-functional team participation and requires a strong background in mechanical and electrical engineering, along with extensive experience in the automotive industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in product design and development, particularly in temperature sensing technologies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in engineering or equivalent.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Experience with temperature sensors and electrical devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide 'Concept to Production' design for Automotive Temperature Sensors.
• Support Serial Production through VA/VE activities.
• Develop detailed product test plans to verify product design.

Skills

Temperature sensing technologies

Mechanical engineering standards

Electrical engineering standards

Problem-solving methodologies

Six Sigma methodologies

Microsoft Office tools

Minitab

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

NX

Catia

Creo

Job description

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team.

The Temperature Product Engineer is responsible to provide “Concept to Production” design for Automotive Temperature Sensors and Thermal Management Devices. Serial Production is also supported through VA/VE activities. Duties will be accomplished both within the context of the SRI development process, customer development processes and global cross functional team participation.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Working knowledge of temperature sensing technologies (Thermocouple, NTC, PTC – others)
• Sensor package design for applications (housing, connector, wiring, plastics)
• Sensing element design and construction process understanding (Ceramic PTC and NTC, RTD)
• Plastic injection processes and material options
• Experience with automotive Exhaust Gas temperature sensing application
• Experience with developing detailed product test plans to verify product design
• Working experience with Microsoft office tools and Minitab
• Apply mechanical and electrical engineering standard practices, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex and technical problems
• Working experience with recorded vibration and temperature data from instrumented application vehicle at installation position. Interpretation and analysis to ensure product alignment fit for use assessment
• Provides, suggests, and supports solutions for VA/VE and cost improvement activities
• Applies and supports the identification of Customer design requirements related to design performance and material specifications including support and input into DFMEA creation. modification and manufacturing feasibility
• Working understanding of CAE (Thermal, CFD, Structural, Electrical) for product development and design
• Generates and maintains BOM structures and interfaces with the PLM system.
• Attends Customer/Supplier/SRI design meetings as the assigned Product Design Engineer representative within the cross functional product development teams.
• Comfortable presenting material to all levels of an organization

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field and 10+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Automotive industry experience and experience with temperature sensors and electrical devices is strongly preferred
• Experience with TS-16949 and other automotive industry business systems
• Experience creating 3D/2D designs and drawings using NX, Catia or Creo. NX Desired
• Demonstrated ability to apply and interpret GD&T and ANSI/ASME Y14.5-2009
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes for plastic injection molding, casting, cold forming, stamping and assembly methods
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and problem-solving methodologies such as Shainin Red-X
• Ability to work independently and maintain a professional attitude in a high-pressure environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

LOCATION AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimal travel may be required to meet the needs of the business (<10%)

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Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Join the company that’s driving the global transportation industry!

Stoneridge is seeking highly-motivated individuals to be a part of our talented team that creates and delivers technology solutions to customers in the transportation industry worldwide. We offer a challenging but rewarding environment with global opportunities. We believe our diverse workforce contributes to our ability to better serve our customers by offering greater creativity, collaboration and productivity.

Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.