Job Details: Job Location: HAC (Rochester Hills) - Rochester Hills, MI, Position Type: Full-Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: First Shift, Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint.
In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of Finance, Sales, Engineering, Testing, Program Management, Human Resources, Purchasing and IT.
Website: HI-LEX.com
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Product Designer is responsible for creating product designs using 3D CAD systems, generating fully dimensioned drawings according to Hi-Lex or Industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the development process.
KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Creates new and revised product designs using 3D CAD systems.
Provides completed layouts and final product design from simple sketches.
Performs feasibility studies (packaging studies, glass drop studies…) based on customer supplied data.
Provides input into design & tolerance stack studies to ensure robustness.
Prepare drawing packages/concepts for RFQ’s (quality drawings, low cost design & quick timing).
Utilizes documented Engineering and Design standards including Lessons Learned.
Recommends and implements changes to resolve field concerns and evaluates prototypes for design modification to improve product performances and reliability.
Assists in analysis of problem areas and recommends solutions.
Makes decisions on the suitability of the design using knowledge of specified product materials and production processes.
Recommends material selection for products and their components.
Confers with customers as required to discuss design problem areas and to ensure the product meets all requirements.
Instructs CAD detailers as to requirements, tolerances, GD&T, standard drafting practices, etc.
Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives.
Qualifications: Education
2-year degree in engineering or computer aided drawing/design or equivalent preferred
Functional Experience
Knowledge of HI-LEX core CAD systems, Catia V5 and NX
FEA knowledge and basic skills preferred
Thorough knowledge of GD&T
Industry Experience
10 or more years of drafting and design experience
Experienced in design/packaging as it pertains to systems and products
Knowledge of the characteristics of the production processes
Core Competencies
Product development and design
3D software modeling ability
2D Drawing development with dimensional layouts
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
Required Skills
Excellent written and verbal skills
Time management for completion of tasks to achieve program success
Problem solving and critical thinking
Adaptability and continuous improvement
Other Requirements
Open seating work environment with ability to change work location daily (if needed)
Office environment with noise from cellphones, group conversations and virtual meetings
Application Requirements
Candidates must have 10 or more years of drafting and design experience with proficiency in Catia V5 and NX. A 2-year degree in engineering or computer-aided design is preferred, along with a thorough knowledge of GD&T.