Powertrain Product Engineer I - EV Systems

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Job Summary:
The Powertrain Product Engineer I – EV systems role will primarily focus on design and release of electric powertrain hardware such as high voltage battery systems, electric motors and inverters, power electronics, electric accessories, high voltage junction boxes, harnesses and related components.  This position will be located in Allen Park, MI.
As a Powertrain Product Engineer I, you will:

• Support HV system architecture layouts and hardware sizing activities
• Select and package of electric powertrain hardware such as high voltage battery systems, electric motors and inverters, gearboxes, driveline, power electronics, and electric accessories
• Design and development of HV junction boxes comprised of busbars, contactors, fuses and relays
• HV wire harness design including component selection, and routing
• Apply relevant engineering analysis to create new component & subsystem designs to meet customer requirements
• Work with CAD resources to develop 3D models and 2D prints
• Manage CAE resources to analytically validate designs
• Develop & execute hardware test plans to validate function while maintaining relevant DVP&R documentation:

               o Process data
               o Document test results
               o Report on status both internally as well as externally to customers

• Interface and coordinate with suppliers to deliver both prototype parts and production solutions
• Support prototype and pre-production build events
• Support production launch for responsible components/systems

To be considered a Powertrain Product Engineer I, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related degree
• At least six months of mobility powertrain experience
• High mechanical aptitude, working knowledge of generic product development tasks from inception to production and basic understanding of all powertrain subsystems:
  • IC engines
  • EV powertrain systems and components
  • Air Induction & Filtration
  • Exhaust & Aftertreatment Systems
  • Fuel Systems (gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels such as CNG & LPG)
  • Powertrain Thermal Systems (engine cooling, battery thermal management, and HVAC)
• Ability to read and interpret technical prints and assembly instructions and working knowledge of GD&T and familiarity with dFMEA and DVP&R documents
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem- solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings while possibly handling multiple assignments simultaneously
• MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency

A successful candidate may also have:

• Electric vehicle experience
• Familiarity with xEV (electric, hybrid electric, fuel cell electric) powertrain systems and architecture selection and considerations
• Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems including high voltage battery systems
• Knowledge of electrical hardware design or sizing and selection of components such as electric motors and inverters, high voltage battery systems, cables, busbars, fuses, contactors and relays
• Ability to handle new, and sometimes unfamiliar technical assignments with minimal guidance
• Strong understanding of prototype, production assembly and manufacturing processes, and production fabrication and machining methodologies
• Basic 3D CAD software capabilities (to be able to generate initial basic design concepts/sketches).
• Prior experience with OEM automotive, military, commercial truck, or agricultural powertrain engineering systems and processes (co-op or full-time)