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AVA Consulting

Engine Design Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

AVA Consulting is seeking an Engine Design Engineer Location: Ann Arbor, MI U.S. Citizens and those ... Bachelor of Science Degree (or above) in Mechanical Engineering * 4+ years in automotive design ...

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Engine Design Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI • On-site

AVA Consulting
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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AVA Consulting is seeking an Engine Design Engineer

 

Location: Ann Arbor, MI

 

U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

 

Company Background: Our client, a major employer in the area, is looking for a Design Engineer to be part of its team in its North American operations.

Job Description:

What you'll be doing

  • Using your knowledge in design process and standards, outputting typical design team deliverables such as 3D models, 2D drawings, technical reports, and instruction sheets.
  • Attending routine Design Reviews and reporting the key metrics of your design.
  • Developing countermeasures to achieve design targets such as cost, mass and fatigue strength based on evaluation and quotation results.
  • Building relationships with key stakeholders (such as drivetrain and vehicle design, TMC engine design, purchasing and assembly plants)
  • Project managing NA suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality parts in line with the requirements of each client milestone.
  • Process improvements, advancing PDE's design process capability to improve quality and on-time delivery of design deliverables.
  • Benchmarking similar designs to ensure our competitiveness (i.e. cost and customer expectations).
  • Local Travel 10%
  • Overtime 20%

Requirements:

What you bring

  • Bachelor of Science Degree (or above) in Mechanical Engineering
  • 4+ years in automotive design/development
  • Demonstrable CAD skills and a strong understanding of GD&T
  • Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong knowledge of conventional, hybrid and electrified powertrains.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Team-oriented thinking and a "can-do” attitude.
  • This position requires driving. A motor vehicle record that's acceptable by company standards is required for this position.

What you may bring

  • Seeking candidates with extensive Engine experience
  • Master of Science Degree in engineering
  • Experience in detail design of ICE peripheral services such as lubrication system, belt system and timing chain cover, fuel system, cooling system, intake and exhaust systems
  • A working knowledge of aluminum and iron castings, thermoplastics, stampings, and forgings
  • Experience with CREO, WBDM, and typical powertrain CAE design software (FEA, CFD, GT Power or similar)
  • Hands-on experience with engine/powertrain assembly
  • Expertise in GD&T and typical ICE and transmission manufacturing methods
  • A working knowledge of DRBFM
  • A working knowledge of Quality Management and Supply Chain Management principles
  • Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
  • Experience with production engineering.

NOTE: Interested Candidates can apply by sending their Updated Resume and Contact Details.

 

Ron Tolson

 

AVA Consulting

 

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AVA is a Premier provider of Top Talent resources for our Client’s Open Job Positions. AVA has consistently been recognized as a “GO TO” Company by our Clients for their resource needs. As a Staffing Services company, we provide Contract (Temporary), Contract to Hire (Temporary to Permanent), Permanent (Direct Placement) and Statement of Work (SOW) resources to Fortune 1000 clients nationwide.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

2004

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