Job description

Come and help design the truck of the future! Let's talk!

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Salary: $125,000 - $145,000 per year

A bit about us:
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Our client produces electrified powertrain systems that can augment or fully replace traditional diesel- or natural gas-fueled powertrains. Its systems are designed to improve performance and lower total cost of ownership while leveraging the existing alternative fuel infrastructure.

Why join us?
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Are you ready to “Change the World?” Does “Succeed as One Team” meet your definition of a key component to an amazing company culture? If “Acting with Integrity” and pursuing “Excellence in All We Do” motivate you to do your best work, then my client may be the right fit for you.

Job Details
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Our client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to support the development and integration of future powertrain technologies into target vehicle applications. This full-time position offers the opportunity to be a part of an exciting team and fast-growing company that is revolutionizing the trucking industry. We are seeking exceptionally talented individuals that are highly motivated to revolutionize an industry, reduce the use of fuel and have some fun. We are seeking energetic, hands-on problem solvers who thrive in collaborative team environments. You will be joining an experienced, innovative team in the engineering and manufacturing optimization of complex mechanical and thermal systems.

The design engineer will help shape our future product designs at our preferred location of Cedar Park, Texas.

Essential Functions:

Design future products using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work may include mechanical and/or electrical engineering hardware.
Lead the package integration of various powertrains and associated sub-systems focusing on maximizing commonality, minimizing complexity, optimizing cost, weight, manufacturability, ease of assembly, and serviceability.
Develop packaging concepts and facilitate trade-off discussions with key stake holders from various teams including engineering and operations.
Lead weekly design reviews to present findings and propose solutions for any identified conflicts. Manage trade-off discussions and engineering decisions.
Lead execution of virtual builds in preparation for physical prototypes.
Support the release process and PLM administration.
Collaborate with various stake holders to create design and process FMEAs, identifying significant and critical characteristics for inclusion for design consideration.
Support the identification and selection of suppliers to support prototype and production needs.
Support continuous improvement initiatives such as VAVE to continually improve product and reduce costs.
Apply design knowledge and experience to develop accurate cost models for both internally and externally designed and sourced components.
Support the design checking process by reviewing prints and ensuring tolerances, processes and material specifications are aligned with the product design guidelines.
Support the purchasing process to and assist in the procurement of hardware from key suppliers as needed.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Automotive experience with working knowledge of truck (or related mobility application) powertrain, drivetrain, and general under hood packaging.
Vehicle electrification experience including motor, inverter, battery systems and general electrical hardware knowledge.
Expert in 3D CAD tools with a history of creating 2D prints with associated GD&T.
Experience in structural and thermal analysis toolsets.
Highly collaborative personality with a willingness to learn and adapt involving interaction with adjacent functions to solve complex issues.
Experience in high voltage and associated safety protocols.
APQP experience including the creation of Boundary Diagrams, FMEAs and DVP&R.
Ability to design and troubleshoot complex mechanical and thermal systems.
Ability to effectively and positively communicate verbally and in writing with customers (internal and external), to address their needs promptly and to follow through on commitments.
Good problem solving and good communication skills, excellent numeracy and spatial awareness.
Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions. Strong follow-through and self-starting nature.
Willingness to travel: Position may involve travel visiting engineering providers and hardware suppliers (10%).
Experience using should-cost analysis tools to determine the true manufacturing costs for key components.
Competency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Required Qualifications:

Degree in Engineering or Design
5-10 years of experience.
Desired Qualifications:

Master’s degree in manufacturing engineering.
5 years in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
Physical Demands:

Occasionally lift and/ or move up to 30 pounds.
Benefits:

Medical Plans, with PPO or HDHP options
Dental Plans, with buy-up option
Vision Plan
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plans, with buy-up options
Short Term Disability, paid for by the company
Long Term Disability, paid for by the company
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401k
Voluntary Accident Plans
Voluntary Critical Illness Plans

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