ICE Design Engineer

Company Name:

ASTEMO AMERICAS, INC.

Job Family:

Engineering

Job Description:

Astemo is a global product leader in vehicle solutions. By developing and creating Advanced Sustainable Technologies for Mobility, Astemo is committed to contributing to a sustainable society and improving quality of life by providing world-leading advanced mobility solutions. Through cutting-edge innovations in electrification, autonomous driving, and advanced chassis and motorcycle systems, we are shaping the future of mobility.

Astemo's Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Business Unit expertise includes various powertrain products which can be supplied as stand-alone components or as an integrated system for the ICE powertrain. These high-performance and cost-effective next generation technology solutions help reduce vehicle emissions and enhance performance while leading to a more sustainable future of mobility.

Position Summary:

This position will be part of the ICE Design Engineering (DE) group and will be responsible for design related activity of new ICE products and the redesign/support of current ICE products. This will include the creation, design, planning, and the coordination of multiple processes within the product development cycle used for automotive ICE engine products. This position offers opportunities to work with a wide variety of aspects of the development process, a wide variety of departments and levels of management within the company both domestic and international. Essential functions of this job include:

• Lead the development/design activity of new ICE products.
• Participate with global and regional Design Engineering organizations in engineering activities of ICE engine components: original design and development, design change management, design validation, production launch support and problem troubleshooting.
• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, internal and external contacts to achieve project deliverables. Facilitate accurate & timely ICE program technical communication.
• Lead design change development and implementation for future ICE products.
• Conduct failure mode analysis and troubleshooting in product life cycle.
• Create / revise 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for products and their components.
• Create / revise technical specifications for ICE products and their components.
• Document, analyze, and communicate various types of technical data / information using industry standard software (e.g. Microsoft Office, SolidWorks).
• Support internal ICE manufacturing sites for various Design Engineering functions during development and mass production timing.
• Support various types of cost management and improvement activities.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• 4 Year College Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field or equivalent experience and education.

• Automotive related experience related to the design of products.
• Demonstrate fluent English communication, strong initiative / motivation and problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrate ability to accurately document / analyze / communicate various types of data & information.
• Possess good skills with a CAD program for 3D model and 2D drawing creation.
• Capability to travel as needed to international and domestic destinations to support ICE program objectives. Some extended training or program support time in Japan/Europe/Mexico is a possibility.
• Have experience with DFMEA or DRBFM (Design Review Based on Failure Mode).
• Have practical work experience with ICE Engines.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Skills):

• Possess MS degree in a related engineering field.
• Have a second language proficiency e.g. Japanese.

Essential to Job Functions - Physical and/or Mental Restrictions:

• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting.

• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday.
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Have the ability to work 40-60 hours per week as required.

Software:

• Intermediate experience required in Windows, MSWord, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Experience in CAD ware (AutoCAD, Inventor, or others)

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to exercise good judgment, be highly motivated and work independently.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, high level of accuracy.
• Maintains clean and orderly work environment.
• Interacts with various levels of associates in a professional manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and growth towards communicating to all levels within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) - Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, disability, protected veteran status and national origin.

At Astemo, we're challenging the status quo with the power of diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. Our goal is to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates the differences of our employees. We want to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected and empowered. We don't just accept difference-we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Astemo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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