Design Engineer

About the role

The CAD Designer / Engineer’s key responsibilities include: Creating new CAD models of future products; Analyzing and modifying CAD models that YFSS receives from customers, suppliers, or other internal sources; Creating and modifying DWG files in the proper YFSS- and customer templates, including creating and applying the proper GD&T for the parts and assemblies; Managing CAD data releases in YF PLM; Communicating with internal YFITC and customer interfaces/ departments to transfer data.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify CAD models based on customer specifications.
• Analyze and modify existing CAD models received from various sources.
• Create and modify DWG files in YFSS and customer templates.
• Manage CAD data releases in YF PLM.
• Communicate with internal YFITC and customer interfaces/departments for data transfer.

Requirements

• Good background in Safety / Restraint Systems including Frontal and side impact airbag modules and Steering Wheel Systems preferred.
• Achieve targets for project cost, quality, design for manufacturing, and completion time as defined by the Lead Engineer.
• Understand the proper engineering design of plastic, cast Aluminum/ Magnesium, and stamped steel parts to avoid defects.
• Have knowledge of injection molding, stamping, and casting manufacturing processes and apply that knowledge to part design.
• Analyze a proposed A-surface for tool-ability and communicate necessary changes to YFITC and Customer teams.
• Create sketches, assembly constraints, and complex 3D parametric solids and surfaces using appropriate YFITC and customer standards.
• Design efficient product constructions according to the Statement of Work and feasibility using YFITC BBP and BEP.
• Create engineering studies of concept, package, layout, and kinematics.
• Support preparation of Bill of Material creation in PLM.
• Support coordination with customers and suppliers including data transfer.
• Career development: Mentor Product Designers in effective CAD utilization.

Qualifications

• 2-year Associates Degree in CAD design OR 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Aerospace from an ABET-accredited university or international equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in product design, preferably within the automotive Tier 1 space.
• Deep understanding in Plastics, Metal Stampings, and A-Surface Development.
• Software experience: Design software: CATIA, NX – expert; PLM software: Teamcenter, Enovia, SAP, AGILE – functional working knowledge.
• Knowledge of design, product change, and automotive standards and procedures (FMVSS, Euro, NOM, ASME, ISO, CR-CN, ETC).

Essential Common Requirements For All Employees

• International Operating System (IOS): Understand, apply, and meet all function-related IOS requirements.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply, and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
• Product Safety: Understand, apply, and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
• Compliance: Understand, apply, and meet all function-related Compliance requirements.
• Information Security: Understand, apply, and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.
• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers, and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignments (plant, corporate office, or remote).
• Physical Ability Requirements: Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Frequently; Movement (Walking): Frequently; Carry Weight (Lifting up to XX lbs): Occasionally; Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Constantly; Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Constantly.

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future. In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!