Dana Incorporated

Sr. Engineer, Applications

Dana Incorporated • $95K — $115K *
Maumee, OH 43537In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSME or BSEE degree; advanced degrees preferred
  • 7+ years in axle and automotive powertrain environments
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills
  • Proficient with CAE tools such as ABACUS/FEA/FESAFE
  • Experience with leading APQP, DVP&R, and DFMEA activities
  • Solid understanding of GD&T with capability to perform stack-ups
  • Exceptional interpersonal and customer relationship skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop product design proposals aligned with customer needs
  • Lead product development and validation including DFMEA and CAD modeling
  • Initiate cost savings initiatives and design proposals
  • Ensure timely completion of design reviews in line with project phases
  • Provide technical support during all project phases
  • Deliver engineering updates across internal teams
  • Prepare and present engineering analysis and customer presentations

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on innovative automotive technologies
  • Collaborative work environment with direct interaction across teams
  • Support for professional development and training
  • Potential for international travel for projects
  • Engagement in cost-saving initiatives providing valuable experience
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

The main responsibilities of this position include the application of Dana axle and driveshaft products and technologies to OE customer passenger and light truck/SUV platforms. This position will be responsible for liaising with engineering subject matter experts and the Dana manufacturing locations providing a creative and positive drive during key program pre-sourcing activities. Alongside supporting global key business chase opportunities, this position will also be responsible for driving Dana engineering process standards. Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Role Specific Primary Duties:

  • Develop product design proposals to meet customer specifications and test requirements
  • Lead product development and validation activities including through the quotation phase: DFMEA, design reviews, drawing and model creation (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA)
  • Develop and support cost savings initiatives and proposals
  • Ensure design reviews are completed as planned in order to support a gated program management process
  • Provide technical support to customer during the pre-sourcing phase of the project
  • Communicate all engineering and development issues as needed to Dana internal functions - Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Warranty, and Engineering Management
  • Prepare technical presentations and conduct detailed reviews both with Customers and at Dana internal program reviews
  • Prepare and present damage analysis and other various engineering analysis to demonstrate the integrity of product prior to test
  • Proposes and critiques design concepts for cost savings initiatives with issue resolution
  • Responsible for utilizing the resources of the various support groups to provide an optimized design which can be manufactured economically and according to the project timing requirements
  • Maintain and drive Dana engineering processes globally


Additional Primary Duties:

  • Lead product development and validation activities including through the quotation phase: DFMEA, design reviews, drawing and model creation (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA), prototype builds, DV/PV testing, NVH verification, design for manufacturing, and key supplier development
  • Develop and maintain prototype and test validation plans to meet key customer program timing
  • Assist and lead root cause analysis of technical issues
  • Provide technical support to customer during all phases of vehicle development including pre-sourcing, vehicle validation, product validation, vehicle start of production (SOP), and post-SOP
  • Prepare and present test reports confirming requirements have been achieved
  • Analyze warranty data and develop effective counter measures
  • Communicate all engineering and development issues as needed to Dana internal functions including but not limited to; Program Management, Sales, Quality, Warranty, & Engineering Management
  • Support Advanced Program Quality Planning (APQP) activities


Minimum Qualifications Desired:

  • Education: BSME or BSEE degree. Graduate degree in engineering field is a plus
  • 7+ years of experience in axle and/or automotive powertrain related field
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude, along with strong analytical capability
  • Understanding of and/or experience using CAE tools including: ABACUS/FEA/FESAFE
  • Working experience leading APQP, DVP&R, and DFMEA activities
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to complete stack-ups
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within Dana in a professional manner
  • Ability to develop strong customer relationships
  • Must have strong project management experience in order to organize multiple responsibilities and meet multiple deadlines
  • Must be a self-directed, motivated, and organized individual who is willing to accept responsibility
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
  • Excellent customer relationship skills
  • Strong professional presence
  • Must be able to travel domestically and internationally
  • Able to complete assignments on time
  • Willing and able to work extended hours when necessary


About Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated is a global supplier of drivetrain and e-propulsion systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. The company's products include axles, driveshafts, transmissions, and electrodynamic technologies. Dana Incorporated serves customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. The company operates through four segments: Light Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Commercial Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Off-Highway Drive and Motion Technologies, and Power Technologies. Dana Incorporated was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Learn more about Dana Incorporated
Size
38,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$31 million
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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