Aptiv PLC

Design Release Engineer

Aptiv PLC • $88K — $105K *
Troy, AL 36081In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of design and development experience in vehicle Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) wiring.
  • Experience with component release or strong wiring design is mandatory.
  • Competence in risk management and mitigation strategies to achieve project goals.
  • Proficiency in problem-solving related to design issues and evaluating solutions.
  • Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) processes and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

  • Incorporate DFM/DFT principles into product designs for optimal manufacturability.
  • Manage cost, mass, and timing targets for design projects to meet constraints.
  • Conduct cost analysis, mass estimation, and planning during design phases.
  • Implement and manage design changes following established procedures.
  • Create and analyze detailed engineering designs using SolidWorks CAD software.
  • Develop 3D models, drawings, and communicate design specifications effectively.
  • Apply ANSYS tools for FEA and CFD to assess product performance.

Benefits

  • Day one private health care coverage.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Generous Paid Time Off including holidays and parental leave.
  • Opportunities for professional learning and development.
  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Recognition programs for innovation and excellence.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
Full Job Description
Your Role:

As a Design Release Engineering our team, you'll
  • Incorporate DFM/DFT principles into product designs to optimize manufacturability, assembly, and testing processes.
  • Manage cost, mass, and timing targets for assigned projects, ensuring that design solutions meet budgetary constraints and project schedules.
  • Conduct cost analysis, mass estimation, and timing planning throughout the design and development process to achieve project objectives.
  • Implement and manage design changes in accordance with established change management processes and procedures.
  • Utilize SolidWorks CAD software to create, modify, and analyze detailed engineering designs and models.
  • Develop 3D models, assemblies, and drawings to communicate design concepts and specifications.
  • Apply ANSYS simulation tools for finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to evaluate product performance, structural integrity, and thermal behavior.
  • Use Altium Designer for electronic circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout.
  • Design and develop PCBs with consideration for electrical performance, signal integrity, and manufacturability.
  • Employ Mentor Graphics Xpedition software for PCB layout, routing, and design validation.
  • Manage design data, documentation, and revisions using Siemens Teamcenter PLM software.
  • Utilize CATIA software for advanced 3D modeling, surface design, and mechanical engineering tasks.


Your Background:
  • 5+ years of design/development of vehicle Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS) wiring.
  • Component release experience or strong wiring design experience is required.
  • Analyze needs and product requirements to create a design.
  • Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements
  • Risk Management. Identify, mitigate, and escalate risk as required to complete objectives.
  • Problem solving. Identifying design problems and reviewing all information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • DFM. Drive closure to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and product development issues with the customer.
  • Continuous Improvement. Work with customer to accomplish continuous improvement targets such as warranty and cost reduction.
  • Ensure Bill of Design (BOD) and Bill of Process (BOP) compliance.
  • Manage relationship with engineering customer and be decisive interface for design and development of EDS wiring.
  • Work with team members to establish cost/timing for changes and act as point of contact internally and with customer to report these back through customer change control meetings.
  • Consider cost and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate.
  • Provide onsite vehicle build support as required
  • High voltage experience is a plus
  • Local residents only, with the ability to work onsite in Troy, MI
  • Must be legally able to work in the United States without requirement of any type of visa sponsorship or transfer now, or at any time in the future


YOUR BENEFITS AT VERSIGENT:
  • 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
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Fertility Coverage


Important Company Update - Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies: https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

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About Aptiv PLC

Aptiv PLC is a global technology company that designs and manufactures vehicle components and provides electrical and electronic and active safety technology solutions to the global automotive and commercial vehicle markets. The company's products include advanced safety systems, electrical and electronic distribution systems, and software and controls. Aptiv's largest customers are automotive manufacturers, and the company has a significant presence in Europe, Asia, and North America. The company was formerly known as Delphi Automotive PLC and changed its name to Aptiv PLC in December 2017.
Learn more about Aptiv PLC
Size
155,000 employees
Market Cap
$24.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.8 billion
5 Year Trend
+4.9%
Revenue
$13 billion
NASDAQ
APTV
* Ladders Estimates

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