Senior Design Engineer
Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safer, greener, and more connected solutions that enable the future of mobility. We have a presence in 50 countries and have approximately 22,200 scientists, engineers and technicians focused on developing market relevant product solutions for our customers.
Aptiv's full system solutions portfolio enables us to solve some of our customers' toughest challenges. With both the brain and nervous system of the vehicle, we are uniquely positioned to envision the future and to bring it to life.
For more information about Aptiv, visit the company's website at https://www.aptiv.com/home
We organized our business into two business segments, which enables us to provide our customers with both the hardware and software solutions that make the world more safe, green, and connected.
Advanced Safety & User Experience (AS&UX) provides the software sensing and compute required by today's vehicles to, improve safety, security, comfort and convenience. Products include sensing and perception systems, electronic control units, multi-domain controllers, vehicle connectivity systems, cloud- native software platforms, application software, autonomous driving technologies and end-to-end DevOps tools.
Engineered Components Group ("ECG") is a leading provider of harsh environment electrical system connection and protection solutions to global customers across multiple industries, including, but not limited to automotive, commercial vehicle and aerospace & defense. ECG's Automotive Connection Systems business is an industry leader serving automotive and commercial vehicle OEM's globally.
At Aptiv, we understand the full electrical architecture of today's vehicles, which gives us the expertise to design the most robust and innovative solutions, while optimizing the cost and performance in ways no one else can.
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Connection Systems Product Portfolio - critical components which are highly engineered to meet "automotive grade" requirements:
Traditional Interconnects: LV connectors, Terminals, Mechatronics packaging (MePa), Pin Headers
High Voltage: HV connectors and inlets
Specialty Products: High-speed cable assemblies, safety restraint/airbag connectors, pm-glass connectors
Consumer connectivity: Media modules, Wireless device chargers
Electrical centers: Hard wired electrical centers, prompted circuit board (PCB) electrical centers, solid state electrical centers
POSITION SUMMARY:
To support the CS Global Product Development teams (China) in product design and development.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO BE ACCOMPLISHED:
- Responsible for product design and development in Low voltage automotive connector segment.
- Responsible for project planning and executions.
- To ensure the project quality as per the standards
- To meet the delivery deadlines.
EDUCATION (Qualifications obtained in the course of formal education and/or training) - Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering stream.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Minimum 4 to 8 years of experience in the Connector / Automotive / Complex plastic / sheet metal Product Design and Development.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
- Good knowledge in product concept development / end to end product development in LV Connector, Terminal and seal.
- Good skills in product design using NX / SolidWorks / VGM software.
- Good skills in detailed plastic and minimum thickness Sheetmetal component design and design calculations, tolerance stack up, Benchmark study, product validation.
- Good skills in LV connector validation standard LV214, USCAR, GM3191 & IEC 60664.
- Good knowledge in materials and material selection (plastics and sheet metal).
- Understanding/interpretation of Simulation (Mechanical, Thermal, Light, Moldflow, Electrical) analysis results.
- Leads Design Review/Project Review under supervision
- Cooperation with internal & external cross functional team and willing to travel as required.
- Good knowledge in DFM & DFA
- Understanding of DRBFM and DFMEA
- Judgement skills to evaluate concepts and design verification results
- Good knowledge in GD&T and creation of production drawings
- Good knowledge in stamping and injection molding processes.
PERSONALITY TRAITS:
- Chinese Language Preferred
- Planning and Co-ordination
- Communication skills
- Quick learning skills & Innovative
- Team work
- Pro-active and multi- tasking
Traits we seek
- A good communicator, open for challenges, explores full potential to achieve goals.
- Team player who actively collaborate and contribute to achieve the team goals. Highly motivated and help the team to achieve the goals together
- Self-driven and strong passion in achieving results. Highly accountable for the actions and act as owner.
- Problem solving and analytical thinking, curious to learn continuously and believes in self-development.
- Go getter and passionate to travels extra mile to bring as part of continuous improvement.
- Creative in thinking, innovative mindset and does not settle for less.
What we offer
- Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities
- Competitive health benefits
- Learning and development environment
- Innovation opportunities and recognitions
- Opportunities to collaborate with global talents
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates
Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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