Senior Product Design Engineer

Job Description

SUMMARY:
Design new wiper systems, control products, commercial vehicle electronics and components. Manage design projects from concept through production. Applies knowledge of product development and analysis to assist in meeting organizational objectives.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Prepare original/revised design layouts based on customer CAD data and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates for new or revised designs.
• Manage design projects from concept through production.
• Gather data from customer input or off-site visits to debug, modify, or correct prototype, pre-production/start-up, warranty problems, or product improvements.
• Remain current on customer end need/use of product.
• Develop / conceptualize new products.
• Develop, document, implement departmental procedures in accordance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of sound engineering practices, manufacturing processes, FMVSS regulations, and SAE or other applicable standards.
• Support and perform all major platform engineering analysis requirements (kinematic, electrical, environmental, etc. as required).
• Complete design calculations using manual or computerized methods.
• Apply knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering procedures, and CAD system to identify most effective methods, equipment, and processes.
• Verify designs for design intent, specifications, and quality.
• Provide technical product expertise to all internal/external relationships.
• Travel Requirements: must be able to fulfill occasional travel, domestic & international, to other CVG facilities, customers, and vendors.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, education, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree and 5-7+ years experience in related field or the equivalent in combined education/experience.
• Additional courses or experience in CAD Design methods, FEA, Kinematics, simulation tools, and mechanisms desirable as appropriate to the position.
• Knowledge of Pro/Engineer or equivalent CAD software, personal computers, and Microsoft Office software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products such as Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project and Access
• Activities assigned related to and in support of the Quality & Environmental Management Systems
• Strategic thinker – mindful of overall company/corporate goals

LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, engineering drawings, government regulations, safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions. Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of customers or associates of organization.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to perform mathematical / engineering calculations using concepts of advanced algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics.

 

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to think in mathematical or abstract terms, and to visualize three dimensional objects from two dimensional drawings.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None Required

 

COMPETENCIES:

Able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Develop alternative solutions; Keep emotions under control while under stressful situations; Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Present numerical data effectively and accurately; Show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promote a harassment-free environment; Work with integrity and ethically; Follow the Company’s policies and procedures; Prioritize and plan work activities; Use time efficiently; Approach others in a tactful manner; Accept responsibility for own actions; Deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; Be consistently at work and on time; Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrive at meetings and appointments on time; and Ask for and offer help when needed.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

Visa Sponsorship
Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

 

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors
Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to CVG will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before any resume or offer is received.

 

Career Scam Disclaimer
Commercial Vehicle Group (CVG) makes no representations or guarantees regarding employment opportunities listed on any third-party website.  To protect against career scams, job applicants should take the necessary precautions when interviewing for and accepting employment positions allegedly offered by CVG.  Applicants should never provide their national ID numbers, birth dates, credit card numbers, bank account information or other private information when communicating with prospective employers or responding to employment opportunities online.  Job applicants are invited to contact CVG through CVG’s website to verify the authenticity of any employment opportunities.

Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move items/parts and/or office products and supplies, up to 40 pounds.