Mechanical Product Engineer

Mechanical Product Engineer 3

Location:

Auburn Hills, First Shift.

Perform product engineering functions as directed by the engineering manager.

• Mentor other team members as directed by Engineering Manager.
• Support Product strategy activities as directed by Engineering Manager.
• Responsible for product design, engineering and development of assigned programs.
• Create and maintain DFMEA.
• Initiate, write and complete Engineering Change Notices for engineering changes.
• Work closely with the Designer Engineer, providing design scope, direction and mark‑ups for the programs assigned.
• Lead multi‑disciplinary design reviews on programs assigned per the Strattec Design Review Process.
• Understand, interpret and apply design solutions based on CAE analyses (FEA, Mold Flow, Light Simulation, etc.).
• Maintain BOM on assigned products (current and new pursuits).
• Coordinate and lead prototype builds on assigned programs, including developing prototype build control plans.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers, supplier quality and purchasing departments on components sourcing and procurement.
• Perform Design Review by Test Result (DRBTR) teardown analysis of passing and failing test parts.
• Perform robust root cause analysis for validation test and/or production/warranty issues.
• Monitor assigned programs’ PDP deliverables status and report this information to Engineering Manager and Program Manager.
• Represent Strattec in Program Development Team meetings with customers.
• Utilize the Strattec Program Development Process (PDP) for program implementation.
• Utilize the Strattec Knowledge Management System (VKMS) for communicating engineering‑related program deliverables and documenting engineering evidence for audits.
• Report progress to manager both verbally and in writing as required.
• Generate and implement VA/VE cost reduction ideas on a frequent basis.
• Use engineering tools and methods to assure design quality, mentor others in their use and learning of these tools.
• Periodic travel to customer, suppliers, other Strattec facilities required (~15%).
• Lead Strattec initiatives and global projects as required.
• Support new RFQ business pursuits as required.
• Interface with global customers, partners and suppliers as required.
• Understand, review and apply customer specifications and requirements, support RAR meetings.
• Understand cosmetic and appearance customer expectations and A‑Surface CAD.
• Conduct and facilitate high‑quality benchmarking of competitor products.
• Continuously stay on top of industry trends and perform engineering market and patent research.

• Competitive compensation package, including base pay, regular salary reviews and short‑term incentive opportunities.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage with eligibility starting day one.
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, sick time and bereavement for eligible employees.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match up to 5 percent and immediate vesting.
• Company‑paid life insurance coverage to support you and your beneficiaries.
• Wellness program supporting physical, emotional and financial wellbeing, plus opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community.
• Additional local benefits may apply depending on location or facility.

• Must be able to conceptualize, plan and develop small electro‑mechanical, mechatronic devices and mechanisms.
• Must be able to perform strength of materials and static force calculations.
• Must have the ability to design springs and perform spring force/stress calculations.
• Must be able to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Must have mechanical aptitude to work with tools in tearing down product assemblies.
• Must be able to multi‑task, plan and organize work efficiently and effectively.
• Must be able to work in a cross‑functional team and effectively and timely communicate ideas.
• Must be able to present engineering data, design concepts and solutions, and progress directly to customers.
• Must be self‑sufficient and be able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as emotional intelligence.
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