Applications Engineer General

  • Location: Dearborn, Michigan
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #101167

Applications Engineer – Global Shift Systems 

Details:

Location: Dearborn, MI
Schedule: Monday–Thursday onsite, Friday remote (9-5) 
Compensation: $42/hr (Benefits may apply) 


About the Role

We are seeking an Applications Engineer to lead the design, development, validation, and release of electronic gear shift system components across global vehicle programs. This role serves as the key bridge between core engineering and vehicle teams, ensuring flawless execution from concept to launch.


Key Responsibilities

  • Own design and release of electronic shift system commodities.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, design studio, manufacturing, electrical architecture teams, and internal stakeholders.
  • Manage commodities pre- and post-launch to support quality and manufacturing feasibility.
  • Utilize program management tools (FEDE, JIRA, AIMS, WERS) to track milestones and deliverables.
  • Interpret hardware/software specifications; manage DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, SCCAFs, and Control Plans.
  • Drive issue resolution and support Total Value Management (TVM) initiatives.
  • Analyze performance data to improve reliability, durability, and cost efficiency.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • 3+ years automotive engineering experience from early development through launch.
  • Strong communication, organization, and program management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to interpret 2D/3D CAD drawings and schematics.
  • Experience with supplier management and negotiations.
  • Familiarity with requirements engineering and mass production processes.
  • Problem-solving skills (8D, Six Sigma, 5-Why).

Technical Skills

  • Required: Teamcenter, Product Development, CAE concepts, CAD (2D/3D), WERS, Program Management.
  • Preferred: Jira, CATIA, Six Sigma certification, automotive PPAP, DFMEA/DVP&R, Atlassian tools, Spanish language proficiency.

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