Design Engineer Automotive Job Columbia area,South Carolina USA,Engineering

Automotive Product Design Engineer

Automotive product design engineer with an emphasis on mechanical design/mechatronics. Current product range is fuel injectors, idle air control valves, evaporative system integrity modules, and solenoid actuated pressure regulators for diesel applications. Areas of design responsibility will vary as new projects are acquired. A successful candidate will have some familiarity with the general operating principles of solenoids and electric motors, cast or molded part casings, and CAD design/FEA.

Responsibilities

and Duties

Product design and development, some test fixture design as desired or needed
Reverse engineering of existing OE components to determine product specifications
CAD model and drawing creation
Perform development and project cost analysis
Coordinate pilot builds for new product launches
Resolve technical issues with respect to product performance
Lead new product design projects up through hand-off to manufacturing
Consult with Sales and Customers to determine product requirements
Develop specialized design validation testing as needed
Design data acquisition methods to determine product testing requirements
Document investigations with engineering reports

Ergonomic Focus

Uses computer workstation
Using telephone, copier, scanner, fax and printer
Standing/walking/sitting
Frequent verbal and written communication
Lifting up to 30 lbs. unassisted
Use of tools and production/lab equipment

Qualifications:

Perform all duties necessary, under the general direction of the Engineering/Production Manager to successfully design and develop new products within the ignition coil and sensor product lines. Electric Motors like for Power Tools and Toys
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
5 + years of Automotive related Design Experience preferably electrically related to ignition coils
Experience with Mechatronics, Electric Motors for Power Tools and Toys Ideal
Fabrication Testing
Data Acquistion
Project Management
Experience with ISO or QS systems
Electric Motor Vacuum Pump Experience +
Experience with wiring harnesses
Jack of all trades.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Computer skills, MS Office and CAD software such as Creo or Solid Works desired.
Experience with expressing ideas through drawings and specifications.
Experience with lab equipment in an industrial setting.
Able to perform data gathering and data analysis.
Walking, sitting, bending.
Using computer workstation including keyboard and mouse.
Frequent use of telephone.
Lifting up to 30 lbs unassisted.
Frequent verbal and written communication.