Umanist NA · 2 days ago
Vehicle Engineer
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yrUmanist NA is seeking a Vehicle Engineer who will be responsible for engineering and designing new wheelchair accessible vehicles from start to finish. The role involves designing vehicle systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that designs meet quality and cost targets.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Engineer, design and develop new vehicle conversions in CAD (Inventor)
Design Mechanism, Suspensions, Structures and Closures (doors & liftgates)
Plan for design, procurement, assembly, and validation requirements that align with overall Project Timing, Stage Gate (APQP) and Mitigation Strategies
Ensure vehicle Designs & Systems conform to budgeted Quality and Cost targets
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Portfolio) to assure vehicle designs account for all requirements
Suggest Low-cost Design alternatives, Common Designs and Standardization
Build and design prototype vehicles
Constantly improve designs, processes, and timing, maintaining project specifications
Participate in design reviews to assure all vehicle conversions are developed and engineered to meet or exceed requirements
Review designs with peers for good design practices and any anticipated design concerns
Qualification
Required
Engineer, design and develop new vehicle conversions in CAD (Inventor)
Design Mechanism, Suspensions, Structures and Closures (doors & liftgates)
Plan for design, procurement, assembly, and validation requirements that align with overall Project Timing, Stage Gate (APQP) and Mitigation Strategies
Ensure vehicle Designs & Systems conform to budgeted Quality and Cost targets
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Portfolio) to assure vehicle designs account for all requirements
Suggest Low-cost Design alternatives, Common Designs and Standardization
Build and design prototype vehicles
Constantly improve designs, processes, and timing, maintaining project specifications
Participate in design reviews to assure all vehicle conversions are developed and engineered to meet or exceed requirements
Review designs with peers for good design practices and any anticipated design concerns
Mechanism Design knowledge is a most, expertise preferred, and how to integrate it into the design, considering all Tolerances involved
Understanding of Vehicle Engineering and Integration. Must know what is required for a reliable design
Proficiency in Structural Design, sheet metal fabrication, welding processes, LEAN principles
Understanding of fuel, exhaust, cooling and braking systems, materials and industry standards
Experience in with vehicle compartments like Closures & Suspensions
Knowledge of materials and benefits of utilizing one type over the other
Solid working knowledge of quality, design and validation tools including FEA, DFA/M, DOE, D/PFMEA, DVP&R, problem solving (8D or similar), GD&T and Tolerance Stack-up
Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter
Must possess the ability to function well under the demands of project due dates
Excellent written and verbal communication skills needed
Well organized, accurate and possesses a strong attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to effectively solve and analyze problems
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Windows (computer), Outlook (email), Inventor, AutoCad, Vault, MS Office, and Epicor (ERP)
Preferred
Prototype fabrication and welding knowledge preferred
Company
Umanist NA
We are a global firm dedicated to creating human-centric solutions that drive innovation and growth across organizations worldwide.
Founded in 2022
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase