Application Engineer (Steering Wheels & Driver Airbag)
Country/Region: US
Location:
Washington, MI, US, 48094
Req ID 64719 | OSS Washington, United States
What you can look forward to as an Application Engineer:
Design, validate, and release steering wheel and driver airbag product designs in accordance with ZF Global Development Process (GDPEP).
Create and release accurate engineering documentation into ZF North American systems used in design and production including CR's, BOM's, DFMEA's and DVP&Rs in a timely manner.
Establish and manage detail engineering development timing to support program deliverables.
Lead design validation (DV) and production validation (PV) including development of required design changes.
Lead technical member of ZF Simultaneous Engineering Team (SET) and customer Product Development Team.
Lead technical communication with customer engineering and plants and ZF CUU plants.
Support supplier selection process, design reviews, tool designs, process changes and PPAP requirements as needed.
Lead fabrication, ordering and follow on-time delivery of prototype samples in support of customer deliverables and DV testing.
Your profile as an Application Engineer:
Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) (Master's preferred).
7+ years of engineering design experience that may include experience in automotive interior systems, plastic moldings, diecasting, stampings, fastener applications & safety restraints.
Analytical capabilities (e.g., CAE, GD&T, DFMEA, PFMEA, Six Sigma, DOE).
Excellent communication skills including technical writing skills.
Able to multi-task and work independently with good organization and documentation skills.
Efficient in use of computer and software including MS Teams and Office.
Ability to interface well with technical staff and functional department personnel.
Strong customer relations skills.
Why Choose ZF? What We Offer:
A supportive, collaborative team environment
Annual Incentive Plan
Paid Vacation
Personal Time
401k Plan
Health Care Benefits
Paid Holidays
Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement
A strong diversity culture
Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Senior Engineer-Mechanical and apply now!
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
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What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?
At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.
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