Location: Farmington Hills, Michigan USA
Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centers in North America, the U.K. and India.
You’ll be applying innovation and initiative on a daily basis to design and prototype propulsion and actuation systems for a new age of sustainable technology, within a refreshing, team-focused, rewarding culture and a 4½ day standard working week. Engineers are our priority, and development of their technical skills and business experience is our working goal. The systems we develop range from 1 Watt to mega-Watts and power vehicles and applications on land, in the air and on water and enabling our global customer base to do things that have not been done before. If this is your type of challenge, carry on reading and apply below.
Personal Profile and Experience
Do you enjoy working on fast-paced projects, applying your engineering skills to a wide variety of technologies and applications, whilst challenging yourself every day?
In the role of Principal Engineer – Electric motors, you’ll lead the detailed design and prototyping of electric motors. This includes structural and thermal analysis as well as CAD design for a variety of technologies. Design for manufacturing and assembly as well as the definition of virtual validation and physical testing plans is required.
You’ll be operating in a fast paced project environment, needing technical, commercial and customer management skills whilst collaborating with some of the most innovative people, companies, and technologies on the planet. As part of an open, collaborative and diverse team, you’ll enjoy solving complex problems and contributing to a more sustainable future in an array of cutting edge industries, developing your own skills and those of the team around you.
What you will need
You will have:
- Extensive experience of electrified system mechanical design and/or analysis
- Demonstrable experience for the key elements of the role and responsibilities outlined above
- A deep understanding of manufacturing techniques used for electric motors for prototypes and series production
- Thorough knowledge of state of the art materials and emerging technologies
- Experience in some of the following analysis: vibration, life and NVH
- A detailed understanding of HV safety standards and creepage and clearance design rules
- Worked in a systems engineering environment
- High standards when creating detailed 2D & 3D CAD models and drawings using best practice geometric tolerances and relevant drawing standards
- An understanding of market trends and challenges, and applications of existing technology within the industry
- A track record of innovation
- Developed a strong technical reputation and relationship with customers and suppliers
Desirable:
- 1D and 3D thermal analysis including CFD or SPH
- Understanding of the electromagnetic design and analysis of electric motors and casing design
What we can offer
An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with,
A people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients,
A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business. These include:
Healthcare, dental & vision insurance,
Life insurance,
401(k) with employer match,
A flexible hybrid working arrangement,
37.5 hour (4 ½ day) standard work week,
DSD paid overtime policy,
Key Responsibilities
You will be:
- Utilising state of the art simulation techniques and design tools to design, develop and prototype electric drive systems
- Developing new methods to solve industry problems, generating market leading solutions
- Responsible for the delivery of technical work packages and whole projects
- Leading by example implementing DSD’s technical processes to ensure it is executed to the highest quality when developing others in standards of drawings and technical reporting
- Managing multi person/cross functional projects to achieve budgeted margin and maintain an excellent relationship with customers, whilst being accountable to the operations board for their outcome
- Developing and maintaining strategic relationships on behalf of the function with key account responsibilities to maintain and build revenue streams in your sector
- Taking an active role in the professional development of others within the function
- An active stake holder in the Electrified Powertrain functions quality system, generating and developing technical and procedural capabilities and ensuring their continuous development
- Marketing DSD through technical and commercial forums, conferences and white papers
- Managing challenging proposals and quotes that define the strategy of the project while mitigating technical and commercial risks
General Responsibilities
- Taking responsibility for your own continual development
- Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
- Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
- Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
- Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
- Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
- Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
- Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.
