Senior Advanced Design Engineer

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Job Title:

Senior Advanced Design Engineer

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop new transmission component designs for conventional and electric propulsion solutions using sound engineering principles, GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
• Perform engineering calculations: component loading, stress, and life calculations for general sizing efforts
• Design new parts in CAD, review FEA results and make design judgements based on those results: components may include shafts, gears, housings, clutches, and other powertrain components
• Direct and collaborate with CAD designers to develop new product concepts
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of new designs and modifications to components and sub-systems
• Support and solve component deviation requests, durability, and other field issues
• Determine appropriate DVP&R level to validate the product and execute to completion by initiating test requests, supporting data review and interpretation, and a thorough review of test reports
• Support DFMEA, PFMEA activity and assessment to Best Practices to guide product design; including either generation of new or modification of existing
• Develop Bill of Materials
• Develop a solid understanding of the manufacturing and assembly aspects of design
• Work with suppliers, Purchasing, and Supplier Quality Engineers to support cost reduction, sourcing decisions, and design changes
• Work with internal advanced analysis group as required
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in design of powertrain components
• Thorough knowledge of mechanical systems and torque carrying components and devices
• Proficient in 3D CAD tools
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
• Strong oral and written business communication skills
• Strong organization and analytical ability

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

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