Working under direction of Engineering Manager, the Product Development Engineer will support the mechanical development of novel consumer products that have national and international exposure to millions of consumers. This involves working with a creative, collaborative team of engineering and design professionals, test labs, marketing, industrial design, and sales towards the successful launch of new consumer products. This engineer will work within the Advanced Engineering group developing advanced line-set technology, which includes thermoplastic tube, assembly integration of Quick-Connects, and development of other components
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead all aspects of design and development for new products, production equipment, processes and standards related to production
Collaborate with a cross-functional team to design and build robust products/processes, including developing, commercializing and sustaining components to meet customer and market needs
Perform cross-functional collaborative development of full line-set or bundle assemblies
Perform line-set integration, including customer introduction and approval processes
Perform supplemental design, engineering and validation of new components and tube
Develop test plans, oversee validation builds/testing and document accordingly through DVPR/PVPR
Build knowledge in best practices, processes and customers through ongoing professional development
Influence multi-functional team members to achieve stretch goals
Develop and create end-product drawings and specifications while accurately defining requirements of design intent
Release and maintain content within PLM system
Perform CAD studies on new development designs
Create prototype and sample tooling using CAD
Create test plans using OEM requirements
Follow up with test labs to make sure testing is on schedule
Purchase benchmarking parts and make studies at dealerships as necessary
Tear down lease or fleet vehicles to understand competitive part functionality and assembly sequencing
Create DFMEA’s for new product and material developments
Interface with outside suppliers and vehicles to assure equipment is working properly
Prepare test samples and working prototypes as required
Understand Cooper Standard product lines outside of main discipline
Provide informal guidance and mentor new team members
Ensure all customer specifications and requirements are met
May, on occasion, be required to perform duties other than those specified in this description
Education and Qualifications:
Four year engineering degree or relevant industry experience preferred
At least 5+ years of related Design or other Engineering experience required
Experience with developing test plans, overseeing lab testing and DVPR
Experience working within PLM release systems strongly preferred
Injection molded plastic component design and material selection experience preferred
Extruded thermoplastic tube and material selection experience preferred
Plastics manufacturing and processing experience preferred
CAE experience preferred (FEA, moldflow, etc.)
CAD experience preferred
Experience with 8D, fishbone and other problem-solving techniques preferred
Ability to solve complex problems and communicate complex information
Demonstrate meeting timing needs and shows good planning skills
Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
Ability to work under tight deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Self-motivated, highly organized, detail oriented and able to manage projects with minimal supervision, including multiple projects and multi-task situations
Ability to assess and identify design alternatives
Ability to prioritize, assess and mitigate risk
Ability to adapt to various customer environments
Ability to perform in a fast-paced working environment
Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary
Work Environment/Work Conditions:
Professional Office Environment, remote when necessary
Must wear proper personal protection equipment while on manufacturing floor
Travel to manufacturing facilities or customer locations when required
Equipment used requires proper training on the potential for and avoidance of injury
Position Type:
Regular
Additional Locations:
Additional Information:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran VEVRAA Federal Contractor
