What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driveline Systems - Design Engineer position at KYYBA Inc?
Who we’re looking for
- Powertrain Design team is looking for a passionate, highly-motivated Design Engineer with an interest in Driveline systems to help develop a multitude of torque transferring components.
- Within the first two years, the primary responsibilities of this role are to support the design of Driveline components for an upcoming project by: Collaborating with stakeholders, such as suppliers, Purchasing, manufacturing plants, Vehicle Design groups - Simultaneous Engineering with potential suppliers, including visits to their manufacturing plant.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Creating validated 3D models, 2D drawings, and supplier spec sheets utilizing the standard design process. Leading Design Reviews for your responsible parts to show how your design achieves its function and targets.
- Developing counter-measures to gaps such as cost, mass, durability, strength, and warranty rate based on data and engineering mindset.
- Building relationships with key stakeholders (such as vehicle design, driveline design, Supplier Development teams, purchasing, and assembly plants).
- Benchmarking similar designs to improve our customer experience and cost.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field of study.
- 5 years in automotive design/development, specifically in developing Transfer Cases, Differentials, Propshafts, and Driveshafts
- Demonstrable CAD skills and knowledge of GD&T.
- Experience in the detailed design and release of prototype and production component drawings and supplier spec sheets.
- Knowledge of typical automotive manufacturing methods (i.e. Aluminum and Iron Castings, Forgings, Machining, Thermoplastics, and Rubber Molding).
- Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong knowledge of conventional, hybrid and electrified drivelines.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Added bonus if you have
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical fields.
- Hands-on experience with driveline/powertrain assemblies.
- Experience with Catia, FEA, Vehicle NVH, and Vehicle Simulations.
- A working knowledge of DRBFM.