Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Conducts electrical engineering activities related to product design and integration (such as component and drawing creation), engineering specification reviews, engineering cost estimates, estimating development timing, and supporting testing for appropriate projects. Provides support on supplier design issues, problem resolutions, engineering evaluations, data analysis, engineering changes, and component timing. Provides engineering assistance to Isuzu related companies, departments, and partners as necessary.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages apportioned subsystems & components designs (concept to production release).
• Controls all assigned 3D math, including vehicle level component integration designs & detailed drawings, per company criteria, to support the vehicle development process.
• Maintains responsible Engineering Parts List (EPL) & required assembly documents to support downstream customers including Purchasing, Validation, Manufacturing, etc.
• Continuously evaluates technical content, with quality improvement, cost reduction, part reuse & easy of manufacturing/service as key objectives.
• Makes effective decisions to meet individual program gate reviews and overall vehicle program schedules. Reports activities and decisions to Sr. Engineer, assigned mentor and/or management for direction and/or approvals.
• Communicates effectively with Isuzu Japan (ISZJ) engineering, suppliers, manufacturing production facilities, joint venture partners and other parties based on teamwork concepts.
• Cooperates with suppliers or other departments to achieve established targets on schedule.
• Analyzes new technologies and market driven trends. Prepares informational reports and research findings to management in both the U.S. and in Japan, when necessary.
• Collaborates with other Isuzu companies, partners & departments in sharing technical documentation to support Isuzu’s collective/global objectives.
• Investigates North American (NA) Commercial Vehicle (CV) competitors’ vehicles or specific subsystems for competitive engineering research. Prepares presentations for reviews and information sharing when requested.
• Assists with technical meetings with GM, Cummins, ISZJ, domestic NA/Isuzu vendors, and others when needed.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE); MSEE preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in automotive electrical product design engineering or equivalent. Design Release experience preferred.
• Experience with Gateway and Control Modules with a mixed knowledge or interest in CAN communication, power, and signal distribution preferred.

KNOWLEDGE

• Development of automotive electrical parts (wire harnesses, starter, alternator, ECM, TCM, PIM, ADAS, CAN communications, and vehicle subsystems). Integration of vehicle electrical components and systems into vehicle electrical architecture.
• Automotive parts knowledge for material selection, production processes, test methods, regulations, and component/sub-system design development process.
• Familiarity with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) and Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)/American Standard Test Method (ASTM).
• Basic operational skills with CAD/CAM design systems (Isuzu NA uses Siemens NX & TcAE, Capital).
• Familiarity with simulation software and common diagnostic equipment.
• Basic component drawing understanding and GD&T knowledge.
• Familiarity with BOM, FMEA, ECR process, & Root Cause analysis.
• Problem solving skills (5-Why, 8D, Fishbone diagrams)
• Additional knowledge vehicle electrification (electric, hybrid, ADAS, autonomous vehicle integration is helpful.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient PC skills in Windows applications/Microsoft Office and presentation applications.
• Proficient with multi-meter, oscilloscope (PicoScope software), basic hand tools,
• Familiar with the construction of SOR / SOW and other specification writing tools.
• Self-motivated, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to sketch, interpret drawings and 3D virtual designs.
• Investigative and research skills such as benchmarking, internet search techniques, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain and keep a commercial driving license and medical certificate.
• Position requires travel, 20 - 30% domestic and international.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS

• This is primarily a sedentary position in a controlled office environment that requires only occasional reaching, stooping, and lifting of office files, reports or records, typically weighing 5 lbs. or less.
• Requires occasional light lifting (5-25 lbs.) and on rare occasions, heavy lifting (60 lbs.).
• Must be able on rare occasions to bend, crawl, climb, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level in the performance of job duties.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Plymouth, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you have with Gateway and Control Modules?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• wire harness: 2 years (Required)
• automotive electrical architecture design engineering: 3 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person

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