About this opportunity
Yora Sigma lists this Senior Steering Wheel Engineer opportunity in southfield, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Do you want to take ownership of a safety-critical automotive system from early concept all the way to production? Are you passionate about mechanical engineering, product development and solving complex technical challenges?
We are looking for a Senior Steering Wheel Engineer to join Yora for an exciting assignment within the automotive industry in the US.
Location: California or Michigan - On-site
Insights from the team
You will join a highly skilled vehicle engineering environment working with the development of next-generation vehicles.
In this role, you will be part of the development of steering wheel and restraint systems , where mechanical engineering, safety, design, electronics and user experience come together.
You will work cross-functionally with engineering, design, safety, simulation and suppliers - with the opportunity to take real ownership of your product from concept through validation, launch and production.
Your mission and day-to-day tasks
As a Senior Steering Wheel Engineer, you will take ownership of steering wheel development throughout the complete product lifecycle.
You Will
Lead the design and release of steering wheel systems from concept through production
Develop system specifications, packaging concepts, drawings and engineering requirements
Drive design validation and support manufacturing and production launch
Work closely with design, NVH, UX, digital and interior engineering teams
Balance performance, safety, quality, weight, cost and manufacturability
Manage Tier 1 suppliers and drive technical development and program timing
Support restraint system integration and collaborate with CAE teams to optimize designs
Support crash testing, validation and homologation activities
Perform technical investigations, failure analysis and root cause analysis
Continue supporting and improving the product after start of production
Who are you?
We believe you are an experienced automotive engineer with strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and a genuine interest in understanding how and why things work.
You Have
5+ years of automotive product development experience
Experience within steering wheels, restraint systems, interior systems, automotive mechatronics or similar components
Experience taking at least one product or vehicle program through the complete lifecycle from concept to production launch
Strong understanding of mechanics of materials, material properties, kinematics and material selection
Experience with failure analysis and root cause investigation
Knowledge of metal forming, stamping and plastic injection molding
Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
CAD experience and the ability to evaluate packaging, interfaces and engineering modifications
Experience managing suppliers and driving technical deliverablesBasic understanding of electronics and automotive communication/networking
A BSc or higher in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline
Experience specifically within steering wheel or restraint system development is highly valuable, but we are also interested in engineers with strong transferable experience from complex automotive interior or mechatronic systems.
Beyond your technical background, we are looking for someone who takes ownership. You should be able to explain the engineering challenge, the decisions you made, your individual contribution and the measurable result.
What's in it for you?
At Yora, part of Sigma Group , we are building a tech hub for engineers and specialists who want to work with challenging technology, exciting projects and ambitious teams.
With Us, You Will Have The Opportunity To
Work hands-on with advanced automotive product development
Take ownership of a product from concept through production
Work with safety-critical systems where engineering decisions really matter
Collaborate with highly skilled specialists across multiple engineering disciplines
Solve complex technical challenges in a fast-moving environment
Be part of a growing and entrepreneurial company while having the strength and international network of Sigma Group behind you
Some travel may occur for testing and engineering activities within the US and internationally.
Sounds like you? Join us and let's engineer what's next.
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Worksite address
southfield, MI, 48076, US
Who can apply
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