NDX Human Capital Solutions | Product Designer

Job Summary : Wire Harness DesignResponsible for the design, development and integration of complex military combat vehicle electronic (vetronics) and power harnesses systems.We are looking for a Harness Designer to work for our Sterling Heights, MI office. If you have at least 5 years’ experience of harness design and development experience, and have a ASc Product Design or a related field, we invite you to click the Apply button to learn more and share your qualifications with usPosition RequirementsEssential Functions : Manage designs using CAD software per project requirements / specificationsCreate and maintain 3-D and 2-D harness drawingsFoundation of CAD data management knowledge including Revision History, Engineering Change Requests, and Configuration Management etc.Harness requirements routing requirements and limitationsHarness requirements analysis, derivation, decomposition and management activitiesResearch and analyze solutions to meet customer requirementsPerform trade studies to compare alternative approachesInteract with internal / external customers and suppliersUnderstand / create / Manage harness development / build schedulesMaintain harness open issues lists and Prepare / present statusReverse engineering and design capabilities including dimensional stack-ups defining fit and function.Troubleshoot design issues concerning manufacturing, quality, and system requirements on existing designs.Working knowledge and application of ASME 2D drawing type standards (Y14.5-XXX)Working knowledge and application of industry standard GD&T practicesKnowledge of standard harness accessories (back-shells, fasteners, etc.)Support multidiscipline concurrent vehicle engineering activitiesMinimum Qualifications : Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and / or testing)Working Knowledge ofKnowledge of Systems based design and related Standards / ProcessesMechanical routing CAD design of Harnesses / ’Tubes’ – PTC Creo experience is preferredHarness design and related US DoD / military and commercial StandardsUS DoD ground vehicle requirements, US DoD process and procedures for vehicle development and acquisition

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required to work effectively with the US and overseas management, staff, teams, suppliers, and customersMust be able to communicate effectively and explain complex technical concepts and instructions in a variety of settings in a way that makes sense to someone less knowledgeable about the topicAbility to engage with an enthusiasm to establish productive relationships, promote collaboration and facilitate teamwork to ensure all across the organization and its external service providers have the information and opportunity to perform to the best of their abilitiesSuperior consultation, diplomacy, influencing and negotiating skills is requiredMust be tactful, diplomatic, and work with integrity, honesty, and respect for othersMust display exceptional listening and analytical skills in order to understand customer concerns and needs with the ability to respond promptly and effectively to those needsShall support and encourage performance by motivating individuals and teams to achieve high performanceWill clarify and define the goals and strategies of the organization and successfully communicate this to allHigh level of self-motivation and standards with the ability to multi-task; balancing "analysis" with "doing"Must be adaptable and able to prioritize and work on own initiative and under pressure to meet deadlinesEducation : ASc Product Design (e.g. Technology, Electrical, Aerospace, Automotive)BSc Engineering desired (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, …) or equivalent work experienceExperience : 5 years of harness design and development experience5 years of experience or equivalent work experience with PTC Creo Parametric desired. Proficient use of other MCAD tools will also be considered (i.e. UG Nx, Solid Works, CATIA)Experience in US Defense vehicle programs and Military Standards and regulationsApplied working knowledge in the domain of electrical harness engineering design and integration, with a proven track record of harness development throughout the entire product lifecyclePractical ‘hands on’ attitude with the ability to operate independentlyExperience of working in a multi-discipline, multi-national, multi-organizational and corporate environmentExperience with engineering and supply chain management in a highly regulated industryBackground Prerequisites : Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing.Preferred Qualifications : Ability to speak German desired