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Automotive Design/Development Engineer

AVA Consulting
Ann Arbor, MI Contractor
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/16/2026

AVA Consulting is seeking an Automotive Design/Development 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:

  • 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, 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 s 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:

Required Skills:

  • 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.

Preferred Skills:

  • 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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