Company Description

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

In the United States, the world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.

Job DescriptionInterface with cross functional team to design and develop functional solutions that achieve design requirements & to ensure proper design interfaces with other components, and all requirements are met.*Work with other functions Design / Releasing teams to ensure consistency in requirements, standards, and practices across programs.Translate Functional Objectives into technical requirements and solutionsCreate and analyze alternative design conceptsIntegrating system componentsSupport Benchmarking of competitive vehicles.Maintain core Engineering Design Practices (EDP’s)Implement innovation roadmaps as well as coordinate the advancement of new technologies and procedures to improve program timing.Define Customer interface requirementsOwn and update Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVPR), and Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) - ensure functional objectives, guidelines and corporate requirements are metHarmonization and quality improvement activitiesCost value analysisDevelop timelines and drive programs to meet deliverables. Manage Tier I suppliers and software releases and/or hardware designs to meet program timing and deliverables.Interface with stakeholders at all levels including vehicle teams, HMI, validation, requirement leads, technical specialists, leadership, and develop robust functional designs. Present action plans with status/risks to get and keep programs on track. Maintain changes and budget to achieve deliverables for a sound product launch. Follow, track and root cause build issues found during pre-production builds, prior to launch of the program and warranty analysis of all the components after the launch.Concept Design and feasibility studiesSupport resolution & design updates of vehicle packaging, logbook and manufacturing feasibility issuesConduct Computer Aided Design (CAD) modeling (Catia / NX) and template set-up & maintenance using Knowledge Based Engineering template modeling techniques.Clearly communicate component status and issues in Google Suite and MS-Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook).Early Computer Aided Design (CAD) creation and development prior to supplier award & onboardingGenerate CAD and 2D drawings for components including GD&TBuild detailed harness BOMsIdentify in lines and eyelets that are readily availableWork with Prototype Build Engineering to procure long lead components and coordinate sample requests for component suppliers.Assess and packaging harness designProvide technical interface to the advanced teamWork with designers to develop packaging and resolve issues.Coordinate with designers and support teams to ensure all necessary Teamcenter tasks are completed. Attend design reviews/coordination meetings. Develop and release BDU and related component designs that satisfy vehicle levelDetermine the wiring effect for bulletins and product plan changes and provide electrical build supportProvide program deliverables on time per major development milestonesLead and coordinate Product Development Tea (POT) meetings with suppliersCoordinate change management (CCD, CN, A, PER, ICD)Execute standardization plans and reuse of validated subcomponentsProvide build and launch support as neededTrack current production warranty and assist in foot cause investigationsDevelop program High Voltage Battery Systems (HVES) concepts that satisfy battery pack and vehicle level functional objectives down to the battery module design levelCoordinate T HVBS module packaging activities with advanced concept engineering team and battery pack design teamExecute programs through POP that meet or exceed objectives or performance, cost, weight, investment, and qualityDevelop and publish HVS module performance standardsAuthor and submit source packages on time to support product plansDevelop component and system level OVPs and coordinate component level OVP with tiered suppliersPull and manage part numbersExecute design for manufacturing process and coordinate assembly process with manufacturing engineeringDevelop and execute system integration Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for HVES modulesDevelop and publish HVBS performance standardsDevelop system level validation plans, end of line test, and continuous conformance test requirements and coordinate with Tier 1 supplierResponsible for the creation and maintenance of documentation outlining best practices supporting internal continuous improvement initiatives and the development of product technology roadmapsPoint of contact for all engine hardware issuesLead initial root cause analysis and support through closureLead Design and Release Engineers (DRE's) in meeting program objectives for their components with respect to cost, weight, performance, quality, manufacturing, timing, etc.Support Change Management

QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and or MBA from an ABET accredited university (or equivalent)​Knowledge Lighting Development, Lighting Measurement, Lighting Simulation using SPEOS or any other simulation toolsExperience developing Performance Standards, Creating master sections and Surface feasibility proposal for PDO​Knowledge of CAN/LIN bus and experience with circuit analysis​Design for Six Sigma DFSS experienced (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), Shainin Green Belt​NX and Teamcenter knowledge​Automotive Interior Product Design components/systems design/development/releasing experience​Experience with Tooling feasibility in Injection molded plastics/Decorative components​Highly motivated individual with excellent communication, leadership, organizational skills, excellent relationship building skills with the ability to work in a cross functional team environment​Knowledge of Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), FEA, Mold Flow Virtual Validation, GD&T, and i-SpeedWell-rounded outward attitudeWillingness to present to ManagementKnowledge of Quality Methods and tools (Green Belt -- DFSS/Reactive, SBT, 3L5Y)Knowledge of radio head unit software and hardware architectures and corresponding vehicle system architecturesAbility to lead colleagues from engineering, planning, and suppliers to achieve goalsDemonstrated potential to direct, teach, lead and inspireHighly effective at communicating technical issues both verbally and writtenKnowledge of Apple CarPlay, Google Android Auto, Projection TechnologiesExperience with CAN (Canoe) busUnderstanding of Bluetooth, WiFi protocols, USB​Excellent MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)​Strong technical knowledge of plastic design and system interfaces.​Strong technical knowledge of mechanism and moving components interfaces.​Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​Strong technical knowledge of plastic components and metal structures design and seat system interfaces.​Strong technical knowledge of mechanism, latches and moving components interfaces.​Demonstrated working knowledge of Powertrain / Engine / Transmission operation and components. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent problem-solving skills.Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.Must be able to lead and manage Suppliers.Some travel required to Supplier and Corporate Engine/Transmission / Vehicle Assembly Plants -- including Canada & Mexico.Green/black belt in Shainin or DFSS desirable.CAE/Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) experiences on Powertrain structureHands-on involvement in the repair/modification of a vehicle, home or other technically complex projectWorking knowledge of Casting and Injection Molding processes.Strong communications skills and ability to convey technical information for understanding to various audiences (management/non-technical)​Valid driver’s license is required as well as a clean driving record.Basic understanding of power electronics and devicesUnderstanding of electrical engineering protocols and standardsWorking technical knowledge in applications engineering and product design/development  (specifically within an automotive context)Working level knowledge of DVPAR and DFVEA.High level of proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)Highly motivated and self-starterDemonstrated ability to work in team environmentWorking level knowledge of Power Electronics analysis and simulations toolsAbility to interface professionally with key customers, cross- functional teams and all levels of personnel managementStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to manage multiple responsibilities while being mind of deadlinesMust be task oriented, detail oriented, and curate with work

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