Altair · 1 day ago
Engine Harness Development Engineer
Auburn Hills, MI
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAltair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the areas of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing. They are seeking a self-motivated Engine Harness Development Engineer responsible for designing, prototyping, and documenting engine and powertrain wiring harnesses while overseeing their build and ensuring compliance with specifications.
AnalyticsInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Responsible for the design, prototype, and documentation of engine, transmission, and electrified powertrain wiring harnesses
Organizing and overseeing the build of harnesses (both in-house and outsourced to a supplier)
Checking for errors, verifying operation, controlling inventory, diagnosing/troubleshooting issues in the field, and ensuring corrective actions are made when necessary
Reading and interpreting device transmittal information to efficiently design wiring harnesses for dynamometer testing
Interfacing with a network of product development engineers to gather required electrical information
Working with technicians and third-party suppliers to ensure harnesses are built to specification
Documenting designs and maintaining the drawing database
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Aeronautical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
2+ years of relevant work experience
Strong background and hands-on experience in wiring requirements such as current, voltage, and electrical noise mitigation (proper grounding, shielding, twisted wiring)
Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment
Ability to guide technicians with work orders and direction for repairing / modifying wire harnesses
Experience using MS Office and/or Google Suite applications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
100% onsite position
No driving of a vehicle required
Preferred
Masters degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Aeronautical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
5+ years of relevant work experience
Experience in automotive and instrumentation wiring as well as experience with data acquisition systems and dynamometer operations
Experience with wiring and operation of battery electric and hybrid electric powertrain system
Experience with the repair / assembly of vehicles, engines, transmissions, etc
Benefits
Competitive Salary
Comprehensive Benefit Package
401(k) with matching contributions
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Free training on all Altair products
Company
Altair
Altair provides enterprise analytics, engineering, and on-demand computing software technologies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$37.29MKey Investors
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2024-10-30Acquired
2024-09-25Grant· $3.86M
2024-07-16Post Ipo Equity· $3.43M
Leadership Team
Ingo Mierswa
Senior Vice President of Product Development
Bill Bryce
Vice President Of Product Management
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