The Senior Design Release Engineer is responsible for system design, development, and engineering release of structural frame components and assemblies. The Engineer will be responsible for the executing a work plan to achieve the component and system level functional objectives. He/she will be responsible for the on time delivery of components/systems from initial concept through vehicle launch. Project management key process indicators (KPI’s) and C/W/I efficiency will be utilized to monitor progress.
Responsibilities include but not limited to, the component design (FMEA), analysis (CAE), vehicle packaging (NX), model/drawing integrity (Teamcenter), Product Assurance Plan (PAP), component validation (DVP&R), change management (CN), engineering bill of material (EBOM/CODEP), build support, issue management (eCIMS), fastened joint design, and assembly torque development. The Engineer will be required work with multiple support groups (NVH, Vehicle Integration, Stress Lab, and CAE) to complete all validation and testing.
Basic Qualifications:
•Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET accredited or equivalent program
•5 years of engineering experience in a product release environment
•Intermediate level of design/development engineering experience in frames or chassis structural components
•Self-starter with strong leadership, communication skills, and demonstrated problem solving ability
•Knowledgeable in regards to high strength steels, weld parameters and GD&T
Preferred Qualifications:
•Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited or equivalent program
•5 years of frame or structural chassis component engineering
•3 years of experience in UG NX and Teamcenter
•DFSS Green or Black Belt
•Strong written and oral communication skills
•Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
•Ability to work in a team environment
•Computer proficient (including spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and database applications)
Our benefits reflects the FCA commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
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