Technical Project Lead

BWI GROUP; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BWI Group, a global automotive Tier-1 supplier, is seeking an embedded systems engineer to lead design, release, and integration of suspension control hardware and software. You will drive the full development cycle, collaborate with CAD and test teams, and support ISO 26262 and Automotive SPICE processes across Brighton and other sites.

Ideal candidates have a BS in engineering, 1–3 years in embedded control, and strong C/C++ skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (EE, ME or CSE preferred).
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in embedded control system development.
• Knowledge of C/C++ programming language.
• Familiarity with embedded microcontroller software/controls and electrical engineering concepts.
• Excellent analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, release, and integration of automotive suspension control hardware/software components.
• Oversee development cycle to meet targets for design, performance, cost, weight, quality, and manufacturability.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables are completed on time and with excellence.
• Communicate product design status to all levels of the organization.
• Oversee prototype builds and coordinate cross-functional activities.
• Develop and release engineering drawings to meet customer and internal requirements.
• Plan and document validation testing with Test & Validation team.
• Support quality investigations, supplier development, and manufacturing improvements.
• Lead cost reduction and supply chain resiliency efforts.
• Ensure timely problem solving and reporting for quality and technical issues.
• Document design changes and validation activities.

Skills

Embedded control

C/C++ programming

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (EE/ME/CSE)

Tools

Cradle

Doors

Windchill

Vector CANalyzer

CANape

CANoe

Job description

Position Summary

BWI Group is a global automotive Tier-1 supplier with a legacy spanning more than a century and with the vision of Empowering Smart Mobility. We deliver safe, comfortable, smart, and sustainable ride and drive solutions with our Brake and Suspension System products from our locations throughout China, North America, and Europe. We are a customer-centered organization that places great emphasis on Teamwork, Passionate Innovation, and Personal and Company Growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, release, and integration of automotive suspension control electronic hardware/software components and assemblies
• Oversee the full development cycle to ensure that components and systems meet or exceed targets for design, performance, cost, weight, quality, and manufacturability
• Ensure all engineering deliverables within the Global Product Development System are completed on time and with excellence.
• Communicate product design status and progress to all levels of the organization.
• Oversee prototype builds and coordinate cross-functional activities to support program timing.
• Collaborate with core product engineering and CAD teams to develop and release engineering drawings that fully meet customer and internal requirements
• Work closely with the Test & Validation team to plan, execute, and document validation testing to demonstrate compliance with internal and external specifications
• Provide product engineering expertise to support quality investigations, supplier development, and manufacturing continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead and champion cost reduction and supply chain resiliency activities, including coordinating meetings, conducting validation testing, and managing change implementation
• Ensure timely problem-solving and reporting for quality and technical issues
• Ensure proper development and tracking of required documentation for design changes, engineering permits, validation testing, product change methodology sheets, and specification updates.
• Issue customer and management status reports as necessary
• Support ISO 26262 System Safety Process
• Support Automotive SPICE-compliant software development processes
• Support vehicle application and calibration development
• Contribute to vehicle and functional software issue resolution
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global automotive standards and industry best practices
• Collaborate with BWI’s Global Suspension control systems team to align system, hardware and software development approaches across multiple sites (Brighton, China, Paris, Dayton, and Krakow)

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (EE, ME or CSE preferred)
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in embedded control system development
• Knowledge of C/C++ programming language
• Familiarity with electrical engineering concepts including embedded microcontroller software/controls
• Excellent analytical / problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work with team members of other disciplines or departments
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with common computer applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently as well as in a team environment

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering
• Knowledge of Mathworks Matlab, Simulink and Stateflow
• Familiarity with data acquisition instrumentation concepts
• Able to read and understand engineering prints/drawings
• Familiarity with passive dampers, semi-active dampers, or pneumatic / hydraulic vehicle lift systems
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, especially involving electronic assemblies
• Familiarity with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, UG, Catia), geometric tolerance (GD&T), and statistical analysis
• Knowledge of basic vehicle dynamics principals
• Experience with Brake, Suspension, or Vehicle Control systems
• Knowledge of vehicle communication protocols (e.g., CAN, FlexRay, Ethernet)
• Knowledge of debugging, testing, and verification techniques
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 System Safety Concepts
• Experience with configuration management tools such as Cradle, Doors, Windchill
• Experience with software test tools such as Vector CANalyzer, CANape, CANoe
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR

Travel Required

>25% travel to meet customers and suppliers with day travel to the various manufacturing facilities as required.

Language Skills

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Computer Skills

Ability to use and understand Windows Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint, Microsoft (email). This is additional to the computer skill requirements as stated in the requirement qualifications.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Able to read and understand engineering prints/drawings. Good level of analytical skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to work on a team. Ability to guide the efforts of support personnel. Good teambuilding skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.