Application EngineerThe Application Engineer is responsible for integration of the Transmission Assembly into Vehicle Applications, collaborating with Manufacturing, End Users (Vehicle Engineering, Calibration). He will ensure Vehicle Applications data is correct across vehicle platforms, review change requests, generate compliance reports and coordinate with DRE’s and multi-functional teams throughout vehicle programs and launches. The Application Engineer drives decision impacting the transmission.Key Responsibilities:Responsible for leading all external interfaces between the transmission and the vehicle platform, (Packaging and functional requirements)Leads the development of the Applications Matrix including all interface requirements for given programs including all variants and various vehicle platformsCoordinates packaging studies with each vehicle application to ensure all clearance requirements are metLeads sophisticated vehicle adaptation designs studies and freezesUpdates and coordinates approvals of International Product Spec releases, owner’s manuals & CP, Compliance Report StandardsNegotiates requirements with vehicle platforms based on product limitations and capabilitiesOwns the Transmission Technical Specifications (TTS) and communicates application specific requirements to the team (i.e., max torque, NVH, FE, tire size, FDR selection, mass, etc.)Defines and tracks alignment to robust vehicle level and system level/sub-system functional objectivesCoordinates external design changes that require platform approvalPerform TOS as requiredSupports pilot builds, EOL test, VIN marking, build issuesLeads Build Readiness tasks (instrumentation plan, dyno support)Coordinates COE assessments of bulletins and AT engineering response to bulletinsManage prototype hardware procurements and ED&D requirementsManage BRT (Build Readiness Team) for prototype ordersLead for shipping & receiving parts/transmissions for builds to/from suppliersMandatory Skills and Skill Proficiencies Required for This Position:Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred5-year experience on transmission or driveline components with OEM and/or tier 1/2 supplierDemonstrated solid understanding of Powertrain / Engine / Transmission operation and componentsExcellent problem solving, written and verbal communication skillsLead multiple complex projects simultaneouslySome travel required to Supplier and Corporate Transmission / Vehicle Assembly Plants -- including Canada & MexicoSolid understanding: Powertrain system adaptation into automotive vehiclesThis can be through hands-on automotive mechanic experience, vehicle system durability testing, or transmission adaptation experienceGreen/black belt in DFSS desirableCAE/CFD experiences on Powertrain structuresHands-on involvement in the repair/modification of a vehicle, home or other technical projectSolid understanding of Casting and Injection Molding processesExperience with electric motors (manufacturing and quality process) for automotive applicationsExperience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and (DVP&R)High level of proficiency in English (speaking, reading, writing)