Design Engineer - Dampers

Multimatic•Markham, ON

37d

About The Position

Multimatic’s Damper Design team is looking for a Design Engineer to develop new suspension damper products and support existing product lines. The ideal candidate uses a data-driven approach with creative thinking to solve problems, and enjoys the fast-pace of the automotive industry. This role requires product ownership from concept generation to high-volume production launch, while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or Mechatronics Engineering
2 or more years of design engineering experience, at least 1 year in automotive industry
Demonstrated ability to take design concepts through to production launch
Strong written and verbal communication skills as needed to coordinate and manage activities with engineers, manufacturing divisions, customers, and suppliers
Efficient in using CAD (NX preferred) for modelling and applying GD&T to drawings
Experience using root cause problem solving techniques
Understanding of vehicle dynamics and vehicle suspension architectures
Knowledge of DFM for a range of manufacturing methods: stamping, forging, casting, injection molding, cold-heading, extrusion, powder metal, etc.
Familiarity with industry grades of steel, aluminum, plastic, rubber, composites, etc.
Experience in hydraulic systems, preferably with precision components

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of control systems and electrical component integration is an asset

Responsibilities

Generate innovative design concepts to meet customer requirements, incorporating design for manufacturing (DFM) feedback in a wide range of manufacturing processes
3D modelling (Siemens NX) of components and assemblies within vehicle environments
Drafting using GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and identifying significant characteristics
Creating and maintaining DFMEAs
Defining setup and reviewing results of CAE/FEA/CFD activities with Analysis Engineers
Writing Component Test Specifications, working with Test Engineers to develop procedures and fixtures
Coordination of validation testing, and tracking performance in DVP&Rs
Hands-on assembly of prototypes, new concepts, or product demonstration builds
Teardown and inspection to evaluate part condition and support root cause analysis
Attend and support customer vehicle damper tuning events (international travel required)
Generate ideas for VA/VE initiatives for new and existing products
Support of production line ramp-up and troubleshooting (local travel required)