Transmission Design, Development & Validation Engineer

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

The Driveline Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of transmission & driveline systems and components. This includes castings, shifting systems, torque converters, electro-mechanical components, gearsets, transfer cases, axles, differentials, hypoid gears, disconnects etc. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive engineering, with a focus on strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead projects from concept to production. The job requires strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to seamlessly work with cross-functional teams. The candidate will leverage their expertise to optimize the designs and contribute to innovative solutions for improved performance and reliability.

Requirements

A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related degree field
A minimum of 1 Year of experience in automotive engineering
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
Strong knowledge of driveline components and systems, including transfer cases, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gear reducers and actuators.
Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results.
Understanding of root cause analysis tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X, etc.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
DFSS green belt certification
Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended function into requirements.
Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations.
Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of transmission & driveline systems and components
Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other driveline engineers
Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.