Valvetrain & Timing Drive Design Release Engineer
Valvetrain & Timing Drive Design Release Engineer
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Job Description:
- Valvetrain & Timing Drive Design Release Engineer is responsible for engineering activities related to development ofValvetrain and Timing Drive components for gasoline engines.
- Activities include design development testing manufacturing interface and failure analysis.
- The release engineer will be a part of a team of engineers for problem solving product improvement cost reduction and other issues as needed.
- The Release Engineer will interact with all areas that touch the release of a component. This will include Purchasing Supplier Quality Engine Plants Design Group and Parts & Service.
- Some travel to engine plants and suppliers is required.
- The Design Release Engineer must be a motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions:
- Participates as a team member on various engineering projects. Must be a team player able to manage multiple priorities while considering the inputs from a variety of stakeholders.
- Resolves technical issues based on engineering analysis ofcamshafts camshaft phasers rocker arms valves valve seat & valve guide inserts valve springs timing chains timing guides and tensioners.
- Plan and coordinate test execution (through utilization of engineering tools such as DFMEAs and DVP&R) and monitor progress and results.
- Analyzes test and measurement data creating summaries with data-based conclusions and makes recommendations to the team.
Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school or equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working with design and manufacturing of powertrain components. Valvetrain or timing drive preferred.
- Understanding of valvetrain/timing drive components and related manufacturing processes i.e. steel stamping machining grinding heat .
- Understanding of product development documentation such as DFMEA and DVP&R
- Understanding of Mechanics of Materials Engine cam timing CAE Analysis and GD&T
- Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for mechanical components.
- Ability to author system/component level requirements
- Strong interpersonal communication team/leadership skills/experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong project management skills/experience
- Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans
- Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented Dealing with Ambiguity Customer Focus Problem Solving.
- Working experience with 3D cad programs preferably Siemens NX
Employment Type
Contract
