Zobility
Design and Release Engineer – Driveline & Axle
Zobility, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States, 48326
Design and Release Engineer – Driveline & Axle
Location:
Auburn Hills, MI
Position:
Long Term Contract (Possible Extension)
Title:
1453198 - Design and Release Engineer – Driveline & Axle
Job Description The Design and Release Engineer (DRE) in the Driveline & Axle Product Release Center is responsible for the complete design and product delivery of assigned driveline & axle components (e.g., axles, RDM, PTU, T‑Case, prop shaft, half shaft, brackets, etc.). The role executes product design, analysis, release, and testing per technical infrastructure and Client PCPC (“the how”).
Responsibilities
Responsible for the complete design and product delivery against technical requirements for the assigned components and products.
Components and products may be complex, or include new technology, requiring related and relevant prior experience.
Develop subject matter expertise for select components or assemblies as assigned.
Coach entry level engineers as required.
Recognize as a single point of contact for suppliers' product engineering.
Manage and track supplier product engineering activities and deliverables, including supplier test plans and test execution.
Prepare product engineering work plans in accordance with program and project timing and milestones.
Complete and document advanced analysis and simulation of actuation mechanisms, including electro‑mechanical and servo‑hydraulic subsystems.
Execute engineering deliverables in adherence to technical infrastructure and product development process deliverables, reviews, signoffs, and report‑outs.
Develop technical requirements for components and subsystems of driveline & axles including purchased assemblies.
Complete all required technical source package documentation to support supplier quotes.
Evaluate designs to the engineering best practice documents and complete supplier design reviews.
Capture all lessons learned, and ensure timely execution of all calculations, analysis, and simulation in alignment with test plans and requirements.
Develop DFMEAs and evaluate designs for failure modes robustness.
Develop and execute component and subsystem DVP&R plans to validate all aspects of new designs and design changes, including DRBTR.
Support the development of the system DVP&Rs.
Develop tools, test procedures and acceptance criteria for driveline & axles, components, subassemblies and purchased assemblies.
Collaborate on appropriate design detailing and CAE activities.
Ensure transfer functions and physics‑based analysis are defined and documented for all actuation subsystems and components.
Deliver EBOM, models, drawings for components, subassemblies, and purchased assemblies.
Generate engineering documentation in support of change management, including DRBFM.
Deliver parts / hardware to pilot builds, including requisitions for prototypes and ED&D.
Collaborate with transmission and driveline systems subject matter experts, ACEs, DSEs, AEs, and other stakeholders to address and support any failures using the appropriate tools and processes.
Prepare status reports and presentations for management and CE organization.
Support manufacturing on production‑related issues.
Generate cost reduction ideas and develop and execute corresponding design and validation plans.
Participate in warranty/cost reduction meetings and develop solutions for warranty issues.
Conduct root cause analysis of driveline & axles failures and identify the root cause(s).
Conduct Layered Process Audits at supplier plants for assigned components.
Requirements
5 years experience minimum.
2 years of experience in the automotive industry or product engineering design, validation and engineering projects development with OEM and/or tier(n) suppliers, OR a high potential college graduate with good knowledge of automotive industry and driveline/axles components/subsystems.
Thorough understanding of vehicle functions and general vehicle architecture.
Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes.
Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
Proficient with MS Office.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Leadership, organization, planning, decision making, and strategic thinking skills.
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and uncertainty and effect lasting change through effective communication and experience.
Proactive, learning, self‑driven, teamwork oriented.
Efficient work under pressure and high communication skills.
Training in problem solving techniques.
Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Must be able to lead and manage suppliers.
Some travel required to suppliers and corporate engine/transmission/vehicle assembly plants – including USA, Canada & Mexico, or Europe / Asia.
Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA).
Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R).
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering highly desired.
Green/Black Belt in Shainin or DFSS.
Experience in transmission, driveline & axles or related area.
Knowledge of client systems and/or products a plus.
CAE/CFD experiences with powertrain structures.
Experience with the fundamentals of CAN communications.
Experience with electric motors for automotive applications.
Knowledge of casting and injection molding processes.
Other languages: Italian or French.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering degree or similar.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
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Auburn Hills, MI
Position:
Long Term Contract (Possible Extension)
Title:
1453198 - Design and Release Engineer – Driveline & Axle
Job Description The Design and Release Engineer (DRE) in the Driveline & Axle Product Release Center is responsible for the complete design and product delivery of assigned driveline & axle components (e.g., axles, RDM, PTU, T‑Case, prop shaft, half shaft, brackets, etc.). The role executes product design, analysis, release, and testing per technical infrastructure and Client PCPC (“the how”).
Responsibilities
Responsible for the complete design and product delivery against technical requirements for the assigned components and products.
Components and products may be complex, or include new technology, requiring related and relevant prior experience.
Develop subject matter expertise for select components or assemblies as assigned.
Coach entry level engineers as required.
Recognize as a single point of contact for suppliers' product engineering.
Manage and track supplier product engineering activities and deliverables, including supplier test plans and test execution.
Prepare product engineering work plans in accordance with program and project timing and milestones.
Complete and document advanced analysis and simulation of actuation mechanisms, including electro‑mechanical and servo‑hydraulic subsystems.
Execute engineering deliverables in adherence to technical infrastructure and product development process deliverables, reviews, signoffs, and report‑outs.
Develop technical requirements for components and subsystems of driveline & axles including purchased assemblies.
Complete all required technical source package documentation to support supplier quotes.
Evaluate designs to the engineering best practice documents and complete supplier design reviews.
Capture all lessons learned, and ensure timely execution of all calculations, analysis, and simulation in alignment with test plans and requirements.
Develop DFMEAs and evaluate designs for failure modes robustness.
Develop and execute component and subsystem DVP&R plans to validate all aspects of new designs and design changes, including DRBTR.
Support the development of the system DVP&Rs.
Develop tools, test procedures and acceptance criteria for driveline & axles, components, subassemblies and purchased assemblies.
Collaborate on appropriate design detailing and CAE activities.
Ensure transfer functions and physics‑based analysis are defined and documented for all actuation subsystems and components.
Deliver EBOM, models, drawings for components, subassemblies, and purchased assemblies.
Generate engineering documentation in support of change management, including DRBFM.
Deliver parts / hardware to pilot builds, including requisitions for prototypes and ED&D.
Collaborate with transmission and driveline systems subject matter experts, ACEs, DSEs, AEs, and other stakeholders to address and support any failures using the appropriate tools and processes.
Prepare status reports and presentations for management and CE organization.
Support manufacturing on production‑related issues.
Generate cost reduction ideas and develop and execute corresponding design and validation plans.
Participate in warranty/cost reduction meetings and develop solutions for warranty issues.
Conduct root cause analysis of driveline & axles failures and identify the root cause(s).
Conduct Layered Process Audits at supplier plants for assigned components.
Requirements
5 years experience minimum.
2 years of experience in the automotive industry or product engineering design, validation and engineering projects development with OEM and/or tier(n) suppliers, OR a high potential college graduate with good knowledge of automotive industry and driveline/axles components/subsystems.
Thorough understanding of vehicle functions and general vehicle architecture.
Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes.
Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
Proficient with MS Office.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Leadership, organization, planning, decision making, and strategic thinking skills.
Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and uncertainty and effect lasting change through effective communication and experience.
Proactive, learning, self‑driven, teamwork oriented.
Efficient work under pressure and high communication skills.
Training in problem solving techniques.
Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Must be able to lead and manage suppliers.
Some travel required to suppliers and corporate engine/transmission/vehicle assembly plants – including USA, Canada & Mexico, or Europe / Asia.
Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA).
Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R).
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering highly desired.
Green/Black Belt in Shainin or DFSS.
Experience in transmission, driveline & axles or related area.
Knowledge of client systems and/or products a plus.
CAE/CFD experiences with powertrain structures.
Experience with the fundamentals of CAN communications.
Experience with electric motors for automotive applications.
Knowledge of casting and injection molding processes.
Other languages: Italian or French.
Education
Bachelor of Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electrical Engineering degree or similar.
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
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