Product Engineer

Product Engineer

Location: Southfield, MI

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid Onsite 3 4 days/week, with potential for remote work 1 2 days/week depending on customer deliverables (some project work required onsite)

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential for extension; potential for permanent hire)
• Pay Rate: $43.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday to Friday, flexible work hours; core work hours are 9:00 AM 3:00 PM with flexibility to start earlier or finish later
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The FEPC Team is an organization whose mission is primarily to deliver Fuel and Evaporative Emission components to the market, in support of vehicle launch programs. This position's primary function is to perform all Design and Release responsibilities in support of Pro-Launch deliverables for assigned programs. The scope of responsibility is to complete all required testing, communicate with affected customers (internal and external), and support all timing requirements. The technical domain is Fuel and Evaporative Emissions vapor valves technical expertise in support of vehicular applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates all Product Engineering deliverables in support of vehicle launch programs, including usage of DFMEA, Boundary Diagrams, DVP&R, PVP&R as well as all DFSS disciplines.
• Continuously develops commercially viable design solutions for new product opportunities in the Evaporative Emissions / Vapor Valve activity.
• Contributes to completion of all aspects of the prototype development program including analysis, design, procurement, fabrication, assembly, and test.
• As workload allows, supports all Cost Out efforts as well as Tool Moves, Tool Wear Outs, Continuing Engineering, and Business Pursuit efforts.
• Interacts well with Engineering, Design, Testing, Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to accomplish program objectives.
• Interacts with customers (typically Tier 1 and 2), partner, and supplier organizations (both prototype and production) to accomplish program objectives.
• Clearly communicates to stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Stays abreast of technical product developments and industry standards through training or other means.
• Supports Warranty Technician and investigates warranty requests to determine root cause and solution to help the customer; provides technical support for customers and plant personnel.

Required Skills

• Strong comprehension of engineering fundamentals and physics.
• Ability to apply sound technical decision making to the solution of engineering challenges.
• Fundamentals of design including print tolerances and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing tools to allow the engineer to assess design changes and coordinate with customers and suppliers.
• Proficiency with digital technology and processes MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint for creating engineering reports and providing summary of results.
• Coordinates all Product Engineering deliverables in support of vehicle launch programs, including usage of DFMEA, Boundary Diagrams, DVP&R, PVP&R, and all DFSS disciplines.
• Superior communicative skills in dealing with all customers, peers, and suppliers, enabling effective coordination of test plans, approvals, and related activities.
• Self-directed, self-starter who possesses the ability to prioritize multiple projects and work independently as well as in a team environment; ability to lead projects and provide high technical support.
• Interacts well with Engineering, Design, Testing, Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to accomplish program objectives.

Preferred Skills

• Uses digital technology and processes for creative problem solving.
• Technical curiosity, creativity, and inventiveness.
• Familiarity with OEM product development systems and processes.
• Strong working knowledge / experience with the DFSS disciplines.
• Familiarity with Pro/Engineer Creo or SolidWorks CAD modeling software.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university (required).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a global power management company operating in more than 100 countries, with revenues of approximately $20.8 billion and approximately 160,000 employees worldwide. Founded over a century ago, the organization develops intelligent power management technologies spanning electrical systems, aerospace components, vehicle powertrain solutions, and data center infrastructure that help businesses, governments, and communities operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably. Teams here include electrical engineers, power systems specialists, aerospace technicians, software developers, and supply chain professionals, all working toward solutions that support the global energy transition.

About GTT

GTT is an NMSDC-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. GTT is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, an Alaska-based company and one of the largest Alaska Native-owned corporations. An Inc. 5000 honoree and one of SIA's Best Staffing Firms to Work For, GTT connects professionals with Fortune 500 organizations across IT, engineering, construction, utilities, life sciences, financial services, and healthcare throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're committed to diverse, inclusive workplaces and to placing people in roles where they can do their best work.

Job Number: 26-17417 Industry: Engineering

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