Powertrain Design Release Engineer

Description : The Powertrain Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design, development and release of components and subsystems in conventional Automatic and Hybrid : Develop technical requirements for components and subsystems of conventional automatic and hybrid transmissionsEvaluate designs to the "engineering best practice" documentsDevelop DFMEAs and access designs for failure modes robustnessDevelop DVP&R plans to validate design changesDevelop Tools, Test Procedures and Acceptance Criteria for transmission componentsCollaborate appropriate Design Detailing and CAE activities for design updates and or new designsSupport manufacturing on production related issuesGenerate and implement cost reduction ideasParticipate in warranty / cost reduction meetings and develop solutions for warranty issuesConduct root cause analysis of transmission failures and identify the root cause / sCollaborate with transmission systems group to address and support any failures using the appropriate tools and processesProvide guidance and direction to suppliers through resourcing, process or sourcing changes, and development using the appropriate change management systemOccasional driving to meetings in the Detroit area (pick up parts, look at parts, etc). State on the resume where the candidate resides (, Toronto). Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Chemical or Computer Engineering, or related Engineering field from an ABET accredited university3-5 years of automotive engineering experience in product development design and release with a minimum of 2 years of powertrain experienceRelevant experience in engineering die cast aluminum components, park system components (pawl, gear, rod assembly, etc), and seals.Competent in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)Excellent work ethic, organization skills, and communication skillsPreferred Requirements : Master's degree in an engineering related fieldWorking knowledge of NX / TeamcenterDesign for Six Sigma certificationExperience and working knowledge of automatic transmission and driveline components