Our client in Troy, MI is looking for a Thermal Systems DRE. This is a Contract position.

Who we are looking for?

The Propulsion Systems group seeks an energetic, organized, experienced Thermal Systems Engineer to join our growing team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the design and development of Thermal Systems Components for a BEV vehicle released for North America market.

What you get to do:

• As a member of the Propulsion Systems Engineering group, the Thermal Systems Design Release Engineer will be responsible for full integration into the vehicle and with all interfacing systems, and seamless integration of supplier partner development and validation
• Translate vehicle requirements into thermal system requirements
• The Design Release Engineer will work through Development Phases Alpha, Beta, PV, Product intent and cross-functional teams to ensure the successful launch and release.
• Define, execute and supervise design verification plans (DVP) and reporting
• Work with suppliers to drive designs forward, including supporting DFMEA/PFMEA, cost exercises and manufacturing line review
• Support production ramp and field issue resolution
• Provide program deliverables on time per major development milestones
• Lead PDT meetings with Tier 1 suppliers
• Coordinate Thermal System change management (documentation and trial runs)
• Execute programs through the development process that meet or exceed objectives for performance, cost, weight, investment, and quality
• Develop and publish Thermal System performance standards
• Author and submit source packages on time to support Propulsion Systems product plans

What you bring to the team:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering field
2. Minimum of 5 years in product engineering design, development and/or testing
3. Ability to review drawings and package studies in CAD
4. Demonstrated experience with source packages, specifications, DFMEA and DVP&R through the complete product cycle (from sourcing approval to serial production)
5. Must have experience in one or more vehicle components or systems
6. Experience in problem solving
7. Strong technical research and writing skills

Preferred Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Engineering or Business
• Experience in the full product life cycle
• Reactive and/or DFSS black belt
• Previous High Voltage System design and release
• HW/SW knowledge and validation/release experience

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Free training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com

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