Sr. Engineer, Applications

Job Purpose The main responsibilities of this position include the application of Dana axle and driveshaft products and technologies to OE customer passenger and light truck/SUV platforms . This position will be responsible for liaising with engineering subject matter experts and the Dana manufacturing locations providing a creative and positive drive during key program pre-sourcing activities . Alongside supporting global key business chase opportunities, this position will also be responsible for driving Dana engineering process standards . Primary duties include, but are not limited to the following:

Role Specific Primary Duties:

• Develop product design proposals to meet customer specifications and test requirements
• Lead product development and validation activities including through the quotation phase: DFMEA, design reviews, drawing and model creation (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA)
• Develop and support cost savings initiatives and proposals
• Ensure design reviews are completed as planned in order to support a gated program management process
• Provide technical support to customer during the pre-sourcing phase of the project
• Communicate all engineering and development issues as needed to Dana internal functions – Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Warranty, and Engineering Management
• Prepare technical presentations and conduct detailed reviews both with Customers and at Dana internal program reviews
• Prepare and present damage analysis and other various engineering analysis to demonstrate the integrity of product prior to test
• Proposes and critiques design concepts for cost savings initiatives with issue resolution
• Responsible for utilizing the resources of the various support groups to provide an optimized design which can be manufactured economically and according to the project timing requirements
• Maintain and drive Dana engineering processes globally

Additional Primary Duties:

• Lead product development and validation activities including through the quotation phase: DFMEA, design reviews, drawing and model creation (CAD), finite element analysis (FEA), prototype builds, DV/PV testing, NVH verification, design for manufacturing, and key supplier development
• Develop and maintain prototype and test validation plans to meet key customer program timing
• Assist and lead root cause analysis of technical issues
• Provide technical support to customer during all phases of vehicle development including pre-sourcing, vehicle validation, product validation, vehicle start of production (SOP), and post-SOP
• Prepare and present test reports confirming requirements have been achieved
• Analyze warranty data and develop effective counter measures
• Communicate all engineering and development issues as needed to Dana internal functions including but not limited to; Program Management, Sales, Quality, Warranty, & Engineering Management
• Support Advanced Program Quality Planning (APQP) activities

Minimum Qualifications Desired:

• Education: BSME or BSEE degree. Graduate degree in engineering field is a plus
• 7+ years of experience in axle and/or automotive powertrain related field
• Excellent mechanical aptitude, along with strong analytical capability
• Understanding of and/or experience using CAE tools including: ABACUS/FEA/FESAFE
• Working experience leading APQP, DVP&R, and DFMEA activities
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to complete stack-ups
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within Dana in a professional manner
• Ability to develop strong customer relationships
• Must have strong project management experience in order to organize multiple responsibilities and meet multiple deadlines
• Must be a self-directed, motivated, and organized individual who is willing to accept responsibility
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Excellent customer relationship skills
• Strong professional presence
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally
• Able to complete assignments on time
• Willing and able to work extended hours when necessary