Engineer - Design/Product

Req ID 49956 | Gainesville 2, United States

ZF is a global technology company supplying systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and industrial technology, enabling the next generation of mobility. ZF allows vehicles to see, think and act. In the four technology domains of Vehicle Motion Control, Integrated Safety, Automated Driving, and Electric Mobility, ZF offers comprehensive product and software solutions for established vehicle manufacturers and newly emerging transport and mobility service providers. ZF electrifies a wide range of vehicle types. With its products, the company contributes to reducing emissions, protecting the climate and enhancing safe mobility.

Position Summary:The Engineer - Design/Product is responsible for developing products for automotive suspension components (axle suspension as well as cabin suspension),and modifying existing designs according to ZF design guidelines and customer requirements. Directsthe developmentprojectswith respect to time quality and costs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform application design engineering and related analysis as required to support internal and external customers.
• Design suspension products within the ZF guidelines to reach required functional and safety requirements.
• Provide contact and technical representation to customers, production plants, and suppliers.
• Draw sketches and perform/coordinate mathematical computations to develop product designs and detailed specifications of components.
• Coordinate test and product development engineering activities.
• Handle development projects (application design and change projects) as a project leader.
• Work with customers, suppliers, and internal departments such as sales, purchasing, and quality on design issues for production and OEM applications (i.e., definition of specifications, release of deviations from technical side, etc.).
• Work with ZF engineering teams (program management, test, plant and resident) and departments within global R&D.
• Direct the release and maintenance of drawings and bills of material (BOMs).
• Support System and Design FMEA with engineering quality department.
• Define, design, and release modifications to parts and customer-specific parts for existing base chassis.
• Participate in continuous improvement programs and provide support to team efforts.
• Ensure departmental compliancewith all TS16949 policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Engineering
• 3+ years of experience (internship/co-op included)
• Working knowledge of technical aspects of applications engineering and product design/development (specifically within a chassis and/or automotive context)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software
• Strong problem-solvingskills

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience as a product engineer or design engineer within a chassis development and/or manufacturing environment (specifically within automotive industry)
• Project Management Skills
• Proficient with at least one CAD language (CatiaV5)

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 Engineer - Design/Product and apply now!

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

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.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

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Our Commitment to Diversity

ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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