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Applications Engineer, Mechanical (PEM)

Auburn Hills - Michigan - USA💼 Full-time💰 $88,800–$88,800🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead engineering team and product development for mechanical hardware of 4WD/AWD systems in customer applications, covering design, validation, and post-launch support.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical applications engineer (powertrain/driveline)

Builds

4WD/AWD mechanical systems and components for automotive customers

Domain

Automotive powertrain and driveline systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

mechanical hardware design, system design calculations, DFMEA development, root cause analysis, GD&T interpretation, engineering documentation, cross-functional coordination

Preferred skills

powertrain/driveline/4WD system experience, APQP, DFM/DFA, manufacturing/assembly process knowledge, IATF 16949 requirements

Technologies

O365 (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), CAD, CAE

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical hardware design and development activities including concept creation and subsystem requirements definition; Coordinate product development by directing CAD, validation, purchasing, and support teams; Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation, specifications, drawings, and design releases; Lead technical reviews, DFMEAs, issue resolution, and engineering change management; Provide cross-functional engineering support for integration, validation, and delivery throughout the product lifecycle

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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