Project Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Engineer within the Body Exteriors team, who will lead in the development of Vehicle Exterior concepts, Requirements Definition, Design Validation Planning, Design & Release, BOM management, Engineering Change Management and Issue Resolution. Design solutions must serve the functional needs of the application but reflect an awareness of cost, weight, quality, manufacturability, and serviceability. Frequent interaction with Vehicle Platform, Program Management, Validation, Procurement, Supplier Quality, Suppliers, Manufacturing, and Field Service can be expected. The ideal candidate is expected to work independently for extended periods, bring expertise to the team, offer a broad perspective, mentor and guide less senior employees, and develop best practices for the team

Based in metro Chicago, International International Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of trucks and buses. It is an exciting time in the trucking industry with trends toward electrification, autonomy and connectivity. Future truck designs will be influenced by these trends and you can be a part of this dynamic phase. We are looking for a bright, talented, and motivated engineer to join our Body Exterior team.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include concept, design & release of exterior parts for new products and also support current product issues

• CAD model and print generation in NX/Team Center environment

• Support supplier requested supplier changes and resolve quality and design issues under supervision of experienced engineers

• Lead cross functional team meetings with suppliers, manufacturing plants, etc. for assigned projects

• Responsible for creating DFMEA, DVP and validation plans for designs

• Create release and overall timing plan to support program deliverables at various stages of product development process

• Provides technical and analytical support to Product Development Engineering. May provide direction and guidance to less experienced team members

• Serves as a central resource with design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and marketing as the product(s) move to production and distribution. Involvement may last throughout all stages of a product's lifecycle including modifications, upgrades and maintenance of the product or product line

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

• At least 5 years of experience in product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

• Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

• At least 3 years of experience in product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

• PhD in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current International Motors employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. International Motors does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Experience in truck and/or automotive design and development; from initial styling concepts through design, validation, and launch

• Experience designing plastic parts for injection molding, reaction injection molding and/or compression molding is a plus

• Design and layout experience using Unigraphics UG-NX2 or any CAD related modeling software

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; to interface with suppliers and cross-functional teams to achieve timely execution of assigned projects

• Familiarity with design quality tools including:

o Failure Modes Effects Analysis & DVP

o Design for Manufacturing

o Design for Assembly

o Basic Dimensional Management (GD&T, etc.)

o Statistical Tolerance Stack-up

o Problem solving skills such as 8D, 3 legged 5 Why's and statistical problem solving is a plus

Company Overview

At International Motors, LLC* ("International"), we've never backed away from forging our own path. Our openness and ability to meet customers where they are, combined with our curious mindset is what defines us as a company. And as individuals. With big changes ahead for the commercial vehicle industry, and people counting on us to keep things moving, we say: bring on the journey.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL

From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.

• International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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