We are currently recruiting an experienced Design Systems Application Engineer (Powertrain) to join our team supporting our client in the automotive industry.
NOTE:
- Must be willing and able to travel to the USA, without restrictions, effective on the start date
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages the development of the Applications Matrix including all interface requirements for given programs including all variants and various vehicle platforms
- Coordinates packaging studies with each vehicle application to ensure all clearance requirements are met. Leads advanced vehicle adaptation designs studies and freezes
- Updates and coordinates approvals of International Product Spec releases
- Updates and coordinates approvals of owners manuals
- Updates and coordinates approvals of CP, Compliance Report Standards
- Negotiates requirements with vehicle platforms based on product limitations and capabilities
- Owns the Transmission Technical Specifications (TTS) and communicates application specific requirements to the team (i.e. max torque, NVH, FE, tire size, FDR selection, mass, etc)
- Defines and tracks adherence to robust vehicle level and system level/sub-system functional objectives
- Coordinates external design changes that require platform approval. Perform TOS as required.
- Develops, manages & communicates external issues and change management.
- Responsible for the review and approval of the Application Checklist for each CN
- Coordination of application specific designs (torque converter, dampers, vents, LV & HV wire connections, bracket attachments, trans oil cooling, PIM and e-motor integration, etc) including controls & calibration strategies
- Represents chief organization on vehicle assembly plant requirements & events (i.e. supports pilot builds, EOL test, VIN marking, build issues, etc.). Development Manager leads vehicle assembly issues. AE supports.
- Leads Build Readiness tasks (instrumentation plan, dyno support)
- Coordinates COE assessments of bulletins and AT engineering response to bulletins
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of science degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years of engineering experience in automotive transmission and/or driveline design, releasing, development, validation, calibration, manufacturing, etc.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- PREFERRED: Previous experience in automotive or related industry
OTHER PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Paid Benefits after 90 days (individual and family) – extended medical, out-of-country coverage, dental etc.
- Pension eligibility, with employer match, after 1 full year of work (open enrollment every October)
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
