Senior Powertrain Product Engineer

Allen Park, MI
Full Time
Powertrain Engineering - 1411
Experienced

At Roush, we fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries.  With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.  We want motivated, ambitious people who put the needs of our customers first, bring creativity to their work and will do whatever it takes to achieve success.  If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.   

The Senior Powertrain Product Engineer will be responsible for complex component and sub-system design & release activities supporting program execution as well as development of department testing methodologies and best practices.  The role will also participate in ongoing process improvement discussions with department leadership and assist in the growth and development of early career engineers. The position is in Allen Park, MI.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Apply relevant engineering analysis to create new component & subsystem designs
  • Work with CAD resources to develop 3D models and 2D prints and work with CAE resources to analytically validate designs
  • Develop & execute hardware test plans to validate function while maintaining relevant DVP&R documentation
    • Process data
    • Document test results
    • Report on status both internally as well as externally to customers
  • Interface and coordinate with suppliers to deliver both protype parts and production solutions
  • Support prototype and pre-production build events along with production launches
  • Assist in translating customer needs into program-specific design requirements and feasible design concepts
  • Generate new dFMEA content and DVP methods as needed for unique program applications
  • Lead recurring internal and customer facing sub-system design & validation progress reviews in accordance with project timelines
  • Develop and maintain engineering core documents for department usage (dFMEA, DVP, Lessons Learned, Engineering Guidelines & Best Practices, etc.)
  • Support the mentorship, on-the-job training, and technical guidance early career engineering staff
Powertrain functional responsibilities may vary on an individual project basis and a willingness to switch disciplines as needed is critical for success and longevity in this role.  Typical assignments may include:
  • Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) components and sub-systems for gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuel applications
  • Air Induction & Filtration
  • Exhaust & Aftertreatment Systems (Pipe & Muffler, Catalysts, Isolation, etc.)
  • Fuel Systems (storage / supply) for gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuel (CNG, LPG) applications
  • Powertrain Thermal Systems (engine cooling and HVAC)
  • Transmission and/or driveline systems
Education and Experience (Required)
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other related technical degree
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
  • Minimum of 4 years of relevant engineering experience with basic understanding of all powertrain subsystems
  • Formal GD&T training or equivalent on-the-job experience
  • High mechanical aptitude with ability to read technical prints and assembly instructions
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to convey complex technical information to a variety of audiences
  • Ability to handle new, and sometimes unfamiliar technical assignments / challenges with minimal guidance and ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills 
  • Ability to work independently or in a team while handling multiple assignments simultaneously
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint  
Education and Experience (Preferred)
  • Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or related technical discipline
  • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Production development and launch experience in automotive, military, agricultural, or commercial truck industry with an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Tier 1 supplier
  • Applied experience generating unique dFMEA and DVP&R documents
  • Advanced applied skills or specialization in at least two or more powertrain subsystems
  • Basic 3D CAD software capabilities to be able to generate initial basic design concepts/sketches
  • Comprehensive understanding of prototype and production assembly & manufacturing processes as well as fabrication and machining methodologies
  • Prior professional experience leading and/or mentoring early career engineers

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.
Please visit our careers page and apply by clicking on this link: https://jobs.roush.com/us/en/
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Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087.

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