Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world. Job Summary: Performs the fundamental engineering tasks associated with the design and development of mechanical systems to product requirements and specifications. Typical products include structural components, suspension systems, and mechanical drive systems. Location: Auburn Hills or Plymouth, MI Essential Functions: - Lead design/analysis of complex mechanical systems in accordance with the American Rheinmetall Product Development Process. - Apply the principles of engineering to develop mechanical systems utilizing parametric modeling and using applicable standards and specifications. - Verify and document design safety margins by performing stress, vibration, contact, and deflection analyses using finite element analysis (FEA). - Apply GD&T to accurately communicate functional feature relationships and requirements. - Verify component and assembly fit conditions using statistical stack up analyses of drawing dimensional requirements. - Interaction with manufacturing engineering and quality to assure manufacturability of designed hardware. - Develop and release 2D drawings and 3D models utilizing parametric CAD software. - Direct the specification of purchased componentry, including bearings, seals, fasteners, etc. - Support prototype and production manufacturing and assembly with the applicable assigned Program Manager. - Develop / execute test plan for validating design to customer requirements. - Support test plan reporting, including Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) documentation. - Constructs engineering artifacts in support of design reviews, including APQP design process documents: DFMEA, DVP&R, etc. - Prepare engineering reports in support of checkpoint design reviews. - Contributes to the continuous improvement of Product Development Processes - Analyze test data and reports to determine if design meets performance specifications. - Ensures form, fit, and function of complex mechanical system concepts. - Supports the preparation of and participates in design review meetings. Supervisory Responsibility: None, but may informally lead other design engineers on assigned projects/tasks. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing) - Analytical Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. - Design Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. - Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. - Technical Skills Assesses own stren