The Driveline Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of transmission & driveline systems and components. This includes castings, shifting systems, torque converters, electro-mechanical components, gearsets, transfer cases, axles, differentials, hypoid gears, disconnects etc. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive engineering, with a focus on strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead projects from concept to production. The job requires strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to seamlessly work with cross-functional teams. The candidate will leverage their expertise to optimize the designs and contribute to innovative solutions for improved performance and reliability.
Responsibilities (Design & Release Engineer):
- Lead the design and development of transmission & driveline systems and components
- Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
- DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
- Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
- Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
- Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
- Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
- Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other driveline engineers
- Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
- Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
- Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.
Basic Qualifications:- A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related degree field
- A minimum of 1 Year of experience in automotive engineering
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
- Strong knowledge of driveline components and systems, including transfer cases, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gear reducers and actuators.
- Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results.
- Understanding of root cause analysis tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:- Master's degree
- DFSS green belt certification
- Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended function into requirements.
- Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations.
- Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
- 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)
- Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving
