We are HIRING for several exciting roles
Wheel & Wheel Trim Engineer
Company Overview:
Dorleco is a 360-degree controls software development & integration solution provider for electric and autonomous vehicle systems, focused on achieving its mission of developing sustainable & efficient vehicles with innovative, robust, and lean engineering practices. We provide a fast-paced R&D environment and deliver integrated solutions for mechanical, electrical, software, thermodynamic, and energy storage systems for modern electric and autonomous vehicle systems.
We are seeking a Wheel & Wheel Trim Engineer. You will be responsible for the engineering of wheels, wheel trim, inserts, center caps, and other components from initial concept to production. You will engage with attribute groups and other system owners to take the design from concept to production.
Location:
Southfield, MI
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop wheels, wheel trim, inserts center caps, and other components from initial concept to production
- Establish requirements for components basedon desired vehicle attributes
- Complete component DFMEAs and DVPs, and contribute to system failure mode analyses
- Work closely with both internal teams and external suppliers, using creativity and teamwork to design with excellence at the system and component levels
- Coordinate virtual engineering and physical validation testing activities for your designs
- Manage multiple complex projects in a demanding environment
- Work closely with the design studio, CAE department, and validation team
Education/Experience:
- Associates degree in related field or equivalent education and experience required.
- 3+ year of practical engineering experience preferred.
Qualifications:
- Automotive industry experience mostly focused on the design of wheels, wheel inserts, and wheel trim
- Personally designed components from concept to production
- Proven 3D CAD skills
- Hands-on practical experience in prototype assembly
- Experience in technology, system, and supplier selection
- Project leadership and mentoring skills
- Design release engineering experience, including engineering change management and project management experience
- Determine required tolerances using GD&T