Job Purpose
The Applications Engineering team is responsible for the technical interface with Dana's global drivetrain customers. The main responsibility of this position is to provide technical support to internal & external customers and drive the launch process.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Drive the Design Review (Launch) Process by working with the required Dana groups to ensure activities are successfully completed to support the program according to program timing.
• Lead program(s) through critical launch and production issues.
• Engineering responsibility for customer product development, often working on multiple programs at the same time.
• Use Application Analysis tool to develop appropriate product (typically driveshaft U joint series and tube, axle model/gear, gearbox) sizing for vehicle applications.
• Perform technical problem solving to urgently address issues quickly.
• Develop design proposals to meet customer specifications and test requirements.
• Prepare and conduct technical presentations (Customer and Dana internal).
• Define proposals, including sizing, priority, and requirements, following the Design Review Process.
• Develop and manage documents such as DVP&Rs and DFMEAs, etc., to support customer programs.
• Work collaboratively with Dana internal functions - Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Warranty, and Engineering Management during sourcing, vehicle development, launch, and production.
• Work collaboratively with Dana external customers and suppliers.
• Interface with customer engineering and other disciplines as required to provide complete support through all build phases of development.
• Track and drive Lessons Learned items to closure. Provide a read across to various customer programs.
• Other as requested by Manager
Education and Qualifications
• Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) preferred. Consideration may be given to candidates with other engineering degrees such as manufacturing, industrial or aeronautical with strong experience in product design.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in design or manufacture of powertrain components & assemblies for the automotive industry, ideally axle, gearbox, PTU, disconnects, propshaft and eDrive systems.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, along with strong analytical capability.
• Understanding of engineering prints and specifications.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within Dana and customers in a professional manner. Ability to develop strong customer relationships
• Must have strong project management/follow-up skills in order to organize multiple responsibilities and meet multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of automotive quality standards including APQP, DVP&R, 8D, PPAP,VE/VA, & FMEA
• Must be self-directed and motivated individual who is willing to accept responsibility.
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
• Willing and able to work excess hours when necessary.
• Must be able and willing to travel domestically and internationally.
