Datum Technologies Group
US_East | Mechanical & Physical Engineer_L2
Datum Technologies Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Opportunity: Application Engineer
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Role Summary: The Application Engineer will be responsible for the integration of the transmission assembly into various vehicle applications. This role involves collaboration with Manufacturing, Vehicle Engineering, Calibration, and other cross-functional teams. The engineer ensures accuracy of vehicle application data across platforms, reviews change requests, generates compliance reports, and leads coordination efforts across different stages of vehicle programs and launches. This role has a direct impact on transmission decisions at the program level.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all external interface activities between the transmission and vehicle platforms (packaging and functional requirements). Develop and manage the Applications Matrix, detailing all interface requirements across programs and variants. Coordinate packaging studies to ensure clearance requirements are met; lead complex vehicle adaptation design studies and finalize design decisions. Update and coordinate approval for international product specifications, owner's manuals, compliance reports, and related standards. Negotiate requirements with vehicle platforms considering product capabilities and limitations. Own and manage Transmission Technical Specifications (TTS); communicate application-specific requirements (e.g., max torque, NVH, fuel economy, tire size, FDR selection, mass, etc.). Define and track compliance to vehicle-level and system/subsystem-level functional objectives. Coordinate and manage external design changes requiring platform approval; perform TOS as needed. Support pilot builds, end-of-line testing, VIN marking, and build issue resolution. Lead build readiness tasks including instrumentation planning and dyno testing support. Coordinate COE assessments and engineering responses to bulletins. Manage procurement of prototype hardware and oversee ED&D requirements. Lead Build Readiness Team (BRT) for prototype orders. Manage shipping and receiving of transmissions and parts for builds to/from suppliers.
Mandatory Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred). Minimum 5 years of experience in transmission or driveline components with an OEM or Tier 1/2 supplier. Strong knowledge of Powertrain, Engine, and Transmission systems and operations. Excellent problem-solving abilities; strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage and lead multiple complex projects simultaneously. Willingness to travel to supplier and assembly plant locations (Canada & Mexico included). Solid understanding of powertrain system integration into vehicles (e.g., hands-on mechanical work, system testing, or adaptation experience). Desirable: Green or Black Belt in DFSS. Experience with CAE/CFD tools for powertrain structures. Hands-on technical experience (vehicles, mechanical systems, or personal technical projects). Familiarity with casting and injection molding processes. Experience with electric motors in automotive manufacturing and quality control. Knowledge of DFMEA and DVP&R. Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
"All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran."
Role Summary: The Application Engineer will be responsible for the integration of the transmission assembly into various vehicle applications. This role involves collaboration with Manufacturing, Vehicle Engineering, Calibration, and other cross-functional teams. The engineer ensures accuracy of vehicle application data across platforms, reviews change requests, generates compliance reports, and leads coordination efforts across different stages of vehicle programs and launches. This role has a direct impact on transmission decisions at the program level.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all external interface activities between the transmission and vehicle platforms (packaging and functional requirements). Develop and manage the Applications Matrix, detailing all interface requirements across programs and variants. Coordinate packaging studies to ensure clearance requirements are met; lead complex vehicle adaptation design studies and finalize design decisions. Update and coordinate approval for international product specifications, owner's manuals, compliance reports, and related standards. Negotiate requirements with vehicle platforms considering product capabilities and limitations. Own and manage Transmission Technical Specifications (TTS); communicate application-specific requirements (e.g., max torque, NVH, fuel economy, tire size, FDR selection, mass, etc.). Define and track compliance to vehicle-level and system/subsystem-level functional objectives. Coordinate and manage external design changes requiring platform approval; perform TOS as needed. Support pilot builds, end-of-line testing, VIN marking, and build issue resolution. Lead build readiness tasks including instrumentation planning and dyno testing support. Coordinate COE assessments and engineering responses to bulletins. Manage procurement of prototype hardware and oversee ED&D requirements. Lead Build Readiness Team (BRT) for prototype orders. Manage shipping and receiving of transmissions and parts for builds to/from suppliers.
Mandatory Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred). Minimum 5 years of experience in transmission or driveline components with an OEM or Tier 1/2 supplier. Strong knowledge of Powertrain, Engine, and Transmission systems and operations. Excellent problem-solving abilities; strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage and lead multiple complex projects simultaneously. Willingness to travel to supplier and assembly plant locations (Canada & Mexico included). Solid understanding of powertrain system integration into vehicles (e.g., hands-on mechanical work, system testing, or adaptation experience). Desirable: Green or Black Belt in DFSS. Experience with CAE/CFD tools for powertrain structures. Hands-on technical experience (vehicles, mechanical systems, or personal technical projects). Familiarity with casting and injection molding processes. Experience with electric motors in automotive manufacturing and quality control. Knowledge of DFMEA and DVP&R. Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
"All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran."