Design Engineer

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

The Design Engineer / Designer supports project managers in delivering projects smoothly and efficiently. The role collaborates with the product development team to meet assigned objectives for CAD development, mechanical design, and technical documentation, and serves as a liaison among machine and equipment engineering, manufacturing planning, and production.

General

• Develops design solutions that balance functional requirements, material selection, manufacturability, and cost.
• Coordinates with project managers, production teams, shop personnel, and other relevant departments.
• Coordinates with relevant stakeholders to establish and meet quality, performance, functional, and schedule requirements.
• Continuously improves and optimizes designs.
• Performs engineering calculations.

Manufacturing Equipment Design

• Designs fixtures, tooling, and equipment.
• Prepares and archives technical drawings.
• Provides design-related technical support to production personnel.
• Works with equipment suppliers on design methods and their application.
• Supports the development of technical specifications for machine and equipment requests for quotation. Creates, maintains, and continuously updates discipline-specific inventories and system landscape plans within the assigned area of responsibility.

Steering Rack / Tool Design

• Creates and revises CAD models (including variable gear tooth geometries), assemblies, and drawings.
• Builds steering gear models for finite element (FE) simulations.
• Maintains technical documentation using product data management (PDM) systems such as Agile PLM and SAP.
• Prepares bills of materials, tooling orders, and supporting documents, including flowcharts and lists of critical characteristics.
• Independently prepares and updates technical documentation for standard products.

Qualifications and Technical Skills

Education: Technical education in mechanical engineering or design engineering, or comparable technical training. Relevant hands-on experience or continuing education may also satisfy this requirement. Minimum high school diploma/GED required.

• Experience designing components or equipment for the automotive industry.
• Strong technical aptitude and understanding of engineering principles.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and SAP.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Language skills: Very good written and verbal German skills and good written and verbal English skills.

Special Requirements / Special Working Conditions

• Primarily desk-based work using a computer.
• Experience using CAD systems such as Creo, CATIA, and/or SolidWorks.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering drawing standards, symbols, and dimensioning practices.
• Proficiency with general and specialized computer software.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

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