Technical Specialist, Closures Structures

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We are currently seeking a Technical Specialist, Closures Structures.  This position requires an experienced professional with design and development of automotive Closures Structural parts and assemblies. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.


The Role:

• Responsible for the design and development of automotive Closures Structural parts and assemblies such as Hoods, Front and Rear Side Doors, Decklids and Tail Gates with a preference on aluminum or composite designs with knowledge of hinges and kinematic requirements 
• Design with excellence at system and component level with great attention to every detail creating optimized for performance, size, weight, durability, and cost
• Ability to create testing plan to prove out design concepts
• Work closely with both internal teams and external suppliers using creativity and teamwork to integrate multiple systems in the most efficient way possible
• Work closely with other stake owners and attribute owners across the company such as Vehicle Safety, Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, Durability, Manufacturing, etc. to create world class design
• Perform benchmarking activities to understand competitiveness of designs
• Coordinate virtual engineering and physical validation testing activities for your designs
• Determine required tolerances using GD&T
• Travel domestically and internationally as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent from ABET accredited institution or equivalent closures automotive experience 
• 5+ years of expertise in automotive Closures systems and sub-systems at OEM or supplier desired; Engineer: College graduate and above
• Solid track record of successful system level integration
• Experience working with Class A surface data
• Proven 3D CAD skills, proficient with CATIA V5/V6 or similar software (desired to do it)
• Hands-on practical experience in prototype assembly and production assembly with the willingness to assemble your own parts
• Experience in technology, system, and supplier selection
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
• Detail oriented personality with a determined problem-solving attitude using an Engineering first principles approach 
• Design release engineering experience including engineering change management and project management experiences
• A strong understanding of various analysis tools such as ANSYS, OptiStruct, MatLab, ADAMS, etc.
• Proof of excellence in your past position, while demonstrating profound creativity in resolving mechanical design problems 
• Experience in full life cycle development from concept to prototype to full production
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes applicable for Structures such as stampings, extrusions, joining, etc.

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