Design Systems Engineer - Powertrain

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 13,000 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 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 within the framework of temporary employment.

Job Description

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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)

Additional Information

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