Design Systems Engineer - Powertrain

• Design Systems Development: Develop, manage, and optimize design systems for powertrain architecture, ensuring alignment with product and performance specifications.
• Collaborative Engineering: Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, software) to integrate powertrain components into complete systems.
• System Integration: Oversee integration of powertrain components (engine, transmission, drivetrain, etc.) into the vehicle platform while ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Simulation & Testing: Lead simulations and validation efforts to evaluate the design system performance, ensuring compliance with standards and resolving any issues identified during testing.
• Design Optimization: Continuously optimize designs for manufacturability, cost, performance, and reliability while adhering to project timelines.
• Technical Documentation: Create detailed technical documentation, design reports, and specifications for powertrain systems and components.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to process improvements for the design, testing, and validation of powertrain components.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Provide engineering support during troubleshooting, addressing complex design challenges related to powertrain integration and system performance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Communicate regularly with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure design systems are aligned with project objectives and deliverables.

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) accredited program
• Engineering experience with an emphasis base engine, engine dress and emissions components
• Strong leader with entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to sell ideas to all stakeholders
• Diagnostics and On-board communication systems know-how
• Proven capability in problem solving and root-causing
• Must be self-sufficient with ability to influence and lead others without formal authority.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to lead and manage suppliers.
• Must be able to manage multiple concurrent activities.
• Some travel required to supplier and vehicle assembly plants in US.
• Experience in component costing (variable cost and investment)
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer from a practical standpoint
• Understanding of electrical circuits, components and their operating principles
• Familiarity with powertrain software and controls
• Experience with cooling-specific and total vehicle testing including NVH
• Experience in DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) proactive and/or reactive quality tools
• Working knowledge of UG/NX CAD systems
• Experience in component costing (variable cost and investment)
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics and heat transfer from a practical standpoint
• Understanding of electrical circuits, components and their operating principles
• Familiarity with powertrain software and controls
• Experience with Air Induction and Exhaust-specific and total vehicle testing including NVH
• Experience in DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) proactive and/or reactive quality tools
• Working knowledge of UG/NX CAD systems 
• Proven experience in program management with the ability to set a timeline and execute at the required milestones.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with automotive cooling components and the guiding principles of operation behind them.
• Ability to proactively communicate with other colleagues, stakeholders, program management, and supervisors
• Experience and confidence in communicating status to a varied audience including top management
• Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
• General knowledge of tooling and manufacturing processes including molding, stamping, welding, brazing, machining, casting, and coatings. 
• Ability and knowledge to create effective presentations
• High level of experience with MS Office tools 
• Knowledge of automotive underhood packaging and general automotive assembly practices
• Ability to review and apply component and system Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)s and DVP&Rs
• Basic financial understanding with ability to maintain program budget
• Availability for business trips
• DI Analyzer/CDA and CANalyzer practice
• Proven capability to develop parts/systems in co-design with third parties (Tier1s)
• Requirements Management / Change Management basics
• Proven experience in program management with the ability to set a timeline and execute at the required milestones.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with automotive Air Induction and Exhaust components and the guiding principles of operation behind them.
• Ability to proactively communicate with other colleagues, stakeholders, program management, and supervisors
• Experience and confidence in communicating status to a varied audience including top management
• Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
• General knowledge of tooling and manufacturing processes including molding, stamping, welding, brazing, machining, casting, and coatings.  
• Ability and knowledge to create effective presentations
• High level of experience with MS Office tools  
• Knowledge of automotive underhood packaging and general automotive assembly practices
• Ability to review and apply component and system DFMEAs and DVP&Rs
• Basic financial understanding with ability to maintain program budget
• High level of proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.