InDepth Engineering Solutions ยท 5 months ago
Design Release Engineer - Powercell components
Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expInDepth Engineering Solutions is an automotive company seeking a Design Release Engineer for Powercell components. The role involves leading the design, development, and release of internal combustion cranktrain components, ensuring alignment with vehicle requirements and driving the design through all phases of the product lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design of powercell components, ensuring alignment with vehicle and engine sub-system requirements
Develop and refine concepts for Powercell cranktrain systems based on functional, safety, reliability, and performance requirements
Support CAD modeling, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and other design validation methods to ensure structural integrity and compliance with standards
Collaborate with other engineering teams (engine calibration, engine testing, thermal, packaging, quality, manufacturing) to integrate components into the overall engine system
Manage design release activities from early concept through production, including the timely completion of applicable milestones such as B-Sample, C-Sample, PX0, X0, X1, X2, and X3
Ensure all parts meet quality, cost, and timing requirements
Drive the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for lubrication systems components, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer specifications
Provide technical leadership support during the development and production stages to resolve design issues, material selection challenges, manufacturing restrictions, and process-related problems
Lead DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and other risk assessment activities to ensure design robustness and mitigate potential issues
Participate in the development of testing strategies for components, including engine dynamometer, vibration, fatigue and thermal testing
Work closely with suppliers to ensure design feasibility, cost competitiveness, and manufacturability of structural components
Collaborate with validation teams to define and implement validation testing, ensuring structural components meet functional and performance metrics
Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications, drawings, models, test plans, and validation reports
Ensure that all technical documentation is up-to-date and aligns with program timelines and PPAP requirements
Report on project status, timelines, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with engine components and systems design. Experience must be related to crankshafts, pistons, piston rings, connecting rods, lubrication systems, oil consumption
Understanding of Mechanics of Materials, NVH, Sealing systems, structural analysis, vibration, fastener basics, CAE Analysis, and GD&T
Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for mechanical components
Preferred
Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis engine systems engineering or similar
Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans
Working experience with 3D cad programs, preferably Siemens NX
Company
InDepth Engineering Solutions
InDepth Engineering Solutions, a turnkey consultancy firm established in 2006, has been offering comprehensive mechanical design and engineering services.
51-200 employees
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Dinesh Garg
COO
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