Design Release Engineer - Valvetrain & Timing Drive

Design Release Engineer - Valve train & Timing Drive

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Valve train & Timing Drive Design Release Engineer is responsible for engineering activities related to development of Valve train and Timing Drive components for gasoline engines including cylinder deactivation hardware and controls. The activities include design, development, testing, manufacturing interface, and failure analysis. The release engineer will be a part of a team of engineers for problem solving, product improvement, cost reduction and other issues as needed.

The Release Engineer will interact with all areas of the FCA that touch the release of a component. This will include Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Engine Plants, Design Group, and Parts & Service. Some travel to engine plants and suppliers is required. The Design Release Engineer must be a motivated self-starter, willing to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

• Participates as a team member on various engineering projects. Must be a team player able to manage multiple priorities while considering the inputs from a variety of stakeholders
• Resolves technical issues based on engineering analysis of camshafts, camshaft phasers, rocker arms, valves, valve seat & valve guide inserts, valve springs, timing chains, timing guides, and tensioners
• Plan and coordinate test execution (through utilization of engineering tools such as DFMEA’s and DVP&R) and monitor progress and results
• Analyzes test and measurement data creating summaries with data-based conclusions and makes recommendations to the team

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working with design and manufacturing of powertrain components
• Understanding of valve train/timing drive components and related manufacturing processes, i.e. steel stamping, machining, grinding, heat treatment...etc.
• Understanding of product development documentation such as DFMEA and DVP&R
• Understanding of Mechanics of Materials, Engine cam timing, CAE Analysis, and GD&T
• Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for mechanical components.
• Ability to author system/component level requirements
• Strong interpersonal communication, team/leadership skills/experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong project management skills/experience
• Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Valve train or timing drive experience
• Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans
• Critical character traits to ensure success:
  Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving.
• Working experience with 3D cad programs, preferably Siemens NX

Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc.

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