Engineering Associate
Hendrickson

Job Info

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Position Purpose:
Facilitate the design and development of suspension systems and components from concept through implementation.
Essential Functions:

• Create 3D models, assembly layouts, drawings, and specifications necessary to insure the proper fit, form, and function of the designs
• Perform and participate in the analysis necessary to help define the most efficient product designs, in terms of cost-effectiveness, weight, and performance.
• Complete all associated top-level assembly and subassembly components, including
• detailing of part drawings. Process/Release Engineering Change Notices through proper channels and systems
• Develop and maintain appropriate design FMEA's and assist in the creation of the Design Verification Plan.
• Create prototype drawings of suspension components and assemblies, for use in
• construction of prototypes to be built and tested at Hendrickson's R&D facility and assist in the testing when applicable.
• Work closely with internal manufacturing and purchasing departments, as well as outside suppliers, to obtain the best overall solutions to design problems.
• Specify and approve MPAP and PPAP requirements
• Create and present product development material for Management review at major milestones throughout the product development process.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in vehicle structural design (preferably heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to vehicle dynamics, structural analysis, fatigue analysis, and finite element analysis preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines required. Exposure to Project Management skills and techniques a plus.
• Good knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes such as welding, stamping,
• forming, machining, casting, etc. preferred.
• 2+years solid modeling experience using 30 modeling software, PTC Creo preferred.
• Good drafting skills, including knowledge of dimensioning and tolerance practices per ANSI Y14.5
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Occasional travel required via the following modes: car, plane, subway, train.

Physical Demands

• Physical Requirements (standing, lifting, repetitive tasks)
• Travel

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold while in the plant.

Behavioral Traits

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Watson & Chalin is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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