Associate engineer

Role Definition

Designs, develops, builds and evaluates engine systems with existing and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Executing the design strategy as defined by the L3 System Lead (e.g. modular design part minimisation re-manufacturability etc) for camshaft & Valve train system/Rotating Components
• Generate concepts/design sets to meet Technical Objectives, refine concept and down select to 1 or 2 design sets/concepts to take through to detailed design
• Verify/validate residual risk in the design through virtual risk verification techniques such as component and sub-system simulation (post-freeze)
• Perform modal and structural analysis where required
• Should be extremely efficient in Creo 3D modelling techniques including castings, forgings, fabrications and piping.
• Should have very good understanding of GD&T, tolerance stack up and drafting.
• Should have capability to work on Creo Mechanisms for multiple engine systems.
• Identify and Assess product risk through Sub-system and component DFMEAs & DVP&R. Create DFMEAs from scratch and take to full completion by discussing with cross functional teams.
• Use of virtual risk mitigation techniques (e.g. Stack-tolerance analysis, Hand calculations, component & sub-system simulation) (Pre-freeze)
• Use of SME review, best practice guides to mitigate risk in potential designs (Pre-freeze)
• Use the output from the risk mitigation to create a robust, detailed design including Models & Prints, Configured Groups & Assembly Drawings
• Completing technical sign-off of the completed design
• Supplier collaboration
• APQP planning, monitoring and reporting
• Performing data extraction/analysis, failure analysis and problem solving, application of simulation tools and methods, and practical application of theory and concepts.
• Requires a degree in an accredited Mechanical Engineering.

Skill Descriptors

• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue and determining its significance.
• Makes a systematic comparison of two or more alternative solutions

Level Working Knowledge:

Applies an assigned technique for critical thinking in a decision-making process.

• Identifies, obtains, and organizes relevant data and ideas.
• Participates in documenting data, ideas, players, stakeholders, and processes.
• Recognizes, clarifies, and prioritizes concerns.
• Assists in assessing risks, benefits and consideration of alternatives.

Effective Communications:

• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours.
• Level Extensive Experience:
• Reviews others' writing or presentations and provides feedback and coaching.
• Adapts documents and presentations for the intended audience.
• Communicates well downward, upward, and outward.
• Employs appropriate methods of persuasion when soliciting agreement.
• Maintains focus on the topic at hand.
• Technical Excellence:
• Knowledge of a given technology in engine systems including Engine valve train system, rotating components and various application methods; ability to develop and provide solutions to significant technical challenges.
• Knowledge of Engine Rotating components & valve train system
• Adequate knowledge of camshaft modelling & engine performance
• Should have worked on the intake & exhaust valve & seats, push rods & HLA.
• Should have very good understanding of fasteners and seals.
• Level Working Knowledge:
• Provides effective technical solutions to routine functional challenges via sound technical competence, effectively examining implications of events and issues.
• Effectively performs the technical job aspects, continuously building knowledge and keeping up-to-date on technical and procedural job components.
• Applies technical operating and project standards based on achieving excellence in delivered products, technologies and services.
• Applies current procedures and technologies to help resolve technical issues in one's general area of technical competence.
• Helps others solve technical or procedural problems or issues.Project Management:
• Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
• Level Working Knowledge: Provides input for Gantt or PERT charts or their equivalent to track project progress and status.
• Under guidance, plans and estimates simple projects.
• Assists in detailed project plans including cost, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Obtains information from stakeholders during the planning stage of a project.
• Produces standard project status reports.
• Manufacturing Standards, Procedures and Policies:
• Knowledge of organizational standards, procedures and policies in manufacturing activities; ability to plan, guide, and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.
• Level Basic Understanding:
• Discusses the relevance of standards for a manufacturing environment.
• Researches process and product blueprints for own area.
• Describes and follows all policies, standards and procedures.
• Obtains documentation and information on standards and their usage.