design engineer - Phoenix

design engineer - Phoenix IMKO Exec Search Phoenix, AZ Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering 3D CAD modeling Technical documentation GD&T Bachelor's degree Quality control Design for manufacturability (DFM) Design of mechanical systems OEM Sheet metal Drafting Manufacturing company experience Structural analysis Full Job Description Design Engineer This position will be responsible for the design, analysis, and release of customer-requested thermal management programs. Job Functions Demonstrates expert level of design and analysis skills Responsible for creating/implementing customer-driven designs with minimal supervision Will specify materials and analyze structures for robustness, cost, and risk of designs Lead Design FMEA's with cross-functional groups including Logistics, Manufacturing, Product Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, Suppliers, and Tooling/Fixtures Utilize quality process control as outlined in industry standard protocols Will be the technical contact in support of sales and is expected to maintain/grow relationships with the customer Flexibility to travel both domestically and internationally Support manufacturing as needed for prototyping or production launches Ability to direct designers/drafters who are providing project support Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned or departmentally defined Uses leadership skills and sound business judgment to support sales volume and profits Establishes strong, lasting relationships with customers Champions department improvement projects Essential Technical Skills Must demonstrate a strong ability to design engine cooling and climate control components and have extensive knowledge in the physics of heat transfer and fluid flow phenomenon as applied to vehicles This position requires an extensive knowledge of the application of materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals Strong analytical skills including heat transfer analysis, stress analysis, and energy balances within thermal systems Applies sound analysis methods in the evaluation of heat transfer and structural requirements Demonstrates a high level of competency with solid modeling design software Demonstrates a strong understanding of production methods and the concept of designing for manufacturability Should possess solid background in the processes of welding, brazing, and metal forming Must possess strong project management skills and employs the use of computer-based prediction and tracking tools such as Microsoft Project and Excel Experience in the use of quality tools such as FMEAs, Design of Experiments, SPC, etc. Works with manufacturing personnel in order to design product consistent with current processes and their associated capability Effectively solves design-related problems identified during the fabrication and assembly of product and provides support as appropriate to shop personnel Prepares appropriate documentation related to design and engineering activities through the application of industry drafting standards which includes geometric tolerancing Use product data management systems to store CAD files and perform change management Education and Experience Requirements Self-starter with the ability to operate well independently Five plus years of design experience in an OEM manufacturing environment Minimum of 3 years' experience with a parametric-based CAD software Experience in sheet metal design and weldments Experience in thermal management products and processes (brazing) a plus Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Master's Degree in Engineering Management, or an MBA a plus #INDLOXO