Product Engineer - Mechanisms

About the role

As a member of the Seating Structures team, the Product Engineer will develop seat structure and mechanisms for a new automotive vehicle program. This position is based on-site at the seat system provider in Southfield, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and engineering activities for assigned seat mechanisms from concept through launch.
• Ensure compliance of the mechanism design with all vehicle attributes, regulations, customer requirements, and specified program targets.
• Work closely with structures and seat complete teams on integration of mechanism(s) into seat system.
• Utilize disciplined engineering practices to deliver products with robust functionality, performance, and manufacturability.
• Provide product support to existing mechanisms in serial production to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Global Mechanism teams on new product designs and issue resolution.
• Perform engineering analysis (stack-ups, calculations, and design studies) as required.
• Incorporate DFA/DFM principles in product design utilizing a strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Apply approved design guidelines, best practices, and lessons learned into product designs.
• Occasional travel required within the US and internationally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related degree.
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience working with automotive safety mechanisms in a lead role; preferably discontinuous/continuous recliners and/or seat latches.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and intuitive understanding of mechanisms, motion, and kinematics.
• Experience using mechanical design and analytical tools in mechanism development.
• Proficient in related computer software including Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and 3D CAD viewing. CAD modeling preferred but not required.
• Solid understanding of metal and plastic component design, as well as metal joining processes (welding, riveting, fasteners, etc.).
• Working knowledge and application of GD&T principles.
• Mechanism product launch experience.
• Demonstrated root cause and problem-solving skills using proven techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound, data-driven decisions.