HTC Global Services · 6 hours ago
Design and Release Engineer – Handles, Locks, and Mechanisms (HLM)
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expHTC Global Services is seeking a Design and Release Engineer for Handles, Locks, and Mechanisms. The role involves the design, development, validation, and release of automotive closure mechanisms, ensuring compliance with requirements while optimizing quality and cost.
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Responsibilities
The HLM Design and Release Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, release and implementation of handles, locks, and mechanisms into vehicle closures (hoods/frunks, side doors, tailgates, liftgates, decklids)
You will also drive for design improvements to increase quality and optimize cost/weight throughout development as well as through the production life of the products
In addition, you will lead the suppliers and guide the design of the HLM components, achieving compliance to requirements (SDS, Design Rules, and Regulatory), managing attributes (package, design feasibility, NVH, water management, craftsmanship, crash safety) as well as the manufacturing assembly requirements at the assembly plant(s)
Manage and lead the HLM suppliers to comply with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets
Understand GPDS (Global Product Development System) and create plans to deliver on time
Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver a robust system at vehicle level, ensuring all system interfaces of the HLM components are evaluated and validated
Create and present technical presentations for peer and management reviews
Perform and/or review & sign off technical analyses of component/system functional and packaging studies such as: dimensional stackups (GD&T layouts), CAE’s, dynamic calculations and simulations, etc
Actively participate in the Technical Design Reviews
Release and update parts in FEDEBOM and WERS through the product life cycle
Review and sign-off CAD in Teamcenter
Compile, document, sign-off, and present evidence of compliance to all applicable design rules and requirements
Develop HLM System documents including DFMEAs, SCCAF, Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, & DVP&Rs
Lead design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance
Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work), EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA, ED&T review, piece cost and tooling cost review)
Identify validation, durability and functional tests required as per SDS & ES. (DVP / FEDE)
Address issues with root cause analysis (8Ds, 3x5Why) and permanent corrective actions implementation
Apply knowledge of six sigma principles
Define and verify engineering prototypes requirements at part level
Parts implementation/Sign-off at assembly plant & assistance with quality issues at all milestones
Review impact of PDL revisions and proceed accordingly if affected
Collaborate with STA with technical assistance through the Supplier Engagement Process
Deliver by applying the One Behaviors
Travel to supplier manufacturing and testing sites when required
Travel to North America plants when required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field
2+ years of engineering experience in design, development, or launch of automotive mechanisms
CAD Capable (such as CATIA, 3DX, Teamcenter) & familiarity with CAE tools and software
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues effectively and efficiently
Demonstrated ability to show initiative and prioritize workload
Ability to travel domestical and international
Proficient in MS Office apps such as Excel, Word, and Power Point
CAD Design, Mechanical Engineering, Powerpoint, Product Design, Product Development
CAD Design – ability to open and evaluate parts in CAD software such as TCE and CATIA
Mechanical Engineering – show engineering development work on a mechanical or electromechanical system, that includes calculations/CAE, drawings, mockups, Failure Mode Analysis
PowerPoint – proficiency with this tool
Product Design – some experience designing and developing a mechanical component or system
Product Development - some experience designing and developing a mechanical component or system
Preferred
Experience in design and release of latching mechanisms, closure systems, or related mechanism applications
Software literacy and mechatronics experience
Strong understanding of statistical analysis
8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
Experience with DFMEA's, PFMEA's, and SCCAF's
Knowledgeable in the Phased PPAP process
Detailed understanding of materials, manufacturing technologies, and GD&T
Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known
Ability to solve complex system issues and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to adapt your role to a variety of applications and issues as required
Benefits
Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) matching
Group Life and Disability insurance
Professional Development opportunities
Wellness programs
A variety of other perks
Company
HTC Global Services
HTC Global Services Inc., is a global provider of Information Technology and Business Process Services and Solutions.
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$1.2MKey Investors
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