Heat Exchanger Application Engineer

Company: Hanon Systems
Location: Novi
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Description:The selected candidate will be responsible for developing heat exchangers for HVAC module and battery cooling applications meeting all customer specifications and program deliverables.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand customer specifications and ensure application design conforms
• Interface with the customer
• Apply APQP to the application (i.e DFMEA, SCIF, DFM/A, DVP&R, Dim/Tol analysis, proto Control Plan)
• Select materials aligned with Materials Engineering, Purchasing and manufacturing strategies
• Develop and maintain prototype and production Bill of Materials
• Lead Design and Release (D&R) Development
• Develop Design Validation Test Plans
• Lead and organize prototype materials and process
• Evaluate prototype tooling cost & timing from external or intra-company sources
• Direct prototype dimensional and quality controls
• Manage test material, component, and end item logistics and storage
• Provide direction to CAD, CAE/CFD and test personnel
• Lead and organize validation testing per DV test plans
• Qualify heat exchangers per customer or Hanon requirements
• Assess testing results and apply design and/or prototype quality countermeasures as necessary
• Report application design changes and lesson learned to core engineering
• Release and sign-off of drawings ensuring drawings align with corporate design standards
• Execute and document all required product design corporate deliverables
• Interface frequently with global PD, Manufacturing and Program Management activities
• Provide input to pursuit benchmarking, RFQ bills-of-material, drawings and engineering specification reviews
• Mentor and guide junior engineer, intern and co-op activities and projects
• Support and / or lead core engineering design, specification and standards initiatives
• Support cost reduction initiatives
• Support production launches
  Years of Experience:
  • 0-5+ years related experience preferred
    Education:
    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; Mechanical Engineering preferred
      Desired Competencies, Experience, & Qualifications:
      • Demonstrated ability to design, develop, test, and launch PTC HEX components
      • Knowledge of refrigerant and heat pump systems
      • Understanding of heat transfer and structural principles
      • Experienced in design of injection-molded plastic and aluminum components
      • Experience in quality disciplines such as DFMEA, SCIFS, etc
      • Able to interpret CFD and CAE/FEA results and utilize to optimize PTC component design
      • Ability to utilize problem-solving skills
      • Experienced in project planning and management
      • Ability to conduct Technical Design Reviews according to industry disciplines
      • Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
      • Work closely with lab on test set-up, execution and report-outs.
        Special Requirements:
        • Travel required to suppliers, customers and corporate manufacturing plants; international as required. Overtime may be required during some time periods.
          What We Offer:At Hanon Systems, we provide a competitive benefits packaged focused on employee well-being and work-life balance.
          • Medical, dental, and vision program options
          • Retirement savings plan (401k)
          • Paid time off
          • Tuition assistance
          • Flexible work schedules (for eligible positions)Hanon Systems recognizes the critical role our employees play in the company's success. We strive to attract and retain the best talent by supporting and promoting an inclusive working environment that embodies challenging assignments, safe and fair labor practices, and is based on mutual trust and respect.

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