Senior Application Engineer

Dana

Dana

Software Engineering
Maumee, OH, USA · California, USA
Posted on Jul 18, 2024

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Dana Corporation is seeking to fill the position of a Sr. EV Application Engineer on our electric light vehicle integration strategy team at our Maumee, OH WHQTC.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in all phases of customer BEV programs / projects from customer RFQ to production launch.
  • Facilitate internal communications between Engineering, Sales, Quality, Manufacturing and Assembly for specific programs / projects (voice of customer within the Dana organization).
  • Perform Dana product application & performance analysis for new customer programs
  • Lead in determining and specifying the best vehicle architecture configurations to meet customer vehicle requirements
  • Lead in packaging Dana BEV sub-systems & components into customer chassis.
  • Complete engineering/design requirements/definition for offshore design group.
  • Benchmarking of competitive BEVs and components/sub-systems.
  • Complete customer program PDS, BOM, DFMEA, DVP, ED&T, and support RFQ response.
  • Lead and provide hands-on support of special vehicle builds as well as coordination of special orders.
  • Support Advanced Program Quality Planning and Design Review activities.
  • Develop and lead implementation of BEV component cost savings and assembly process improvement proposals.
  • Attend/facilitate/host customer engineering meetings and help bring open issues to closure.
  • Provide BEV expertise in support of the customer's requirements.
  • Engage with customer engineering community, representing Dana in a positive, ethical, and professional manner.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • 5+ years of experience in automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
  • Experience in drivetrain/powertrain/chassis engineering or related field is a plus
  • Experience with battery electric vehicles and/or components a plus
  • Basic CAD, CAE, and dimensional stack-up skills
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude
  • Must be a self-directed and motivated individual who is willing to accept responsibility.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills to work with people at all levels within and outside Dana in a professional manner.
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint) and Outlook.
  • Strong organizational skills and able to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
  • Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
  • Must be able to handle stressful/pressure situations in a professional manner.


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