Thermal System Design and Release Engineer

Responsible to design, develop, validate, integrate, and release components assigned to his/her responsibility, such as HVAC modules, Compressor, Condenser, Battery Chiller, Refrigerant Distribution Systems, Radiator, coolant hoses or other thermal system components.- Bachelor's engineering degree in the following engineering disciplines (preferred): Mechanics, Thermal, Mechatronics, Materials or equivalent.- 2+ Years working in Thermal Systems (Air Conditioning, powertrain cooling) or related areas.- Knowledge of Design and Release, product development, design engineering processes and tools in Air Conditioning, Powertrain Cooling or Under Hood systems.- Vehicle Launch Experience- Project Management knowledge in planning and executing projects, agile methodology and risk management- Knowledge and use of 3D CAD tools and software (opening files, visualization, measurements, parts manipulation, etc.).- Microsoft Office management (Word, Excel, Power Point and Project).- Demonstrated experience successfully working with and leading cross-functional and supplier teams.- Intermediate knowledge in manufacturing processes for HVAC modules, heat exchangers, compressors, and refrigerant distribution systems.- Proficient written & verbal communication skills (Spanish and English). Ability to perform presentations to program and design community.- Action Oriented, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, and Results Driven.- Good Conflict Management skills.- Proven learning on the fly skills.- Excellent technical and analytical skills to interpret data and provide solutions to complex technical challenges.- Proven skills to identify functional relations between vehicle systems and subsystems.- Availability to travel as require to Assembly Plants, Supplier Sites and Global Corporate PD Centers in US and Canada.- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks- Proven Team player with Integrity and Trust- Design components using corporate PD process, tools and software, that comply with Corporate and Local Requirements for parts validation, considering ES (Engineering Specifications), ARL and SDS; as well as manufacturing, service and assembly requirements.- Responsible of parts incorporation at the Assembly Plant.- Implementing material cost reductions and maximizing capital re-use (tooling and testing) to achieve the best cost performance at/or before production release.- Investigate and implement design improvements and manufacturing process efficiencies to improve part quality and weight, to deliver a product that customer’s value.- Develop and maintain robust supplier relationships that benefit the delivery of the product according to program needs.- Lead, plan and implement system and subsystem timing plans to ensure timely delivery of milestone and engineering gateways requirements for components, subsystems, systems, or vehicle level.- Comply or exceed with Program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets.- Comply with Robustness Engineering Disciplines (Quality History, P - Diagram, FMEA, etc.)- Verify the vehicle attribute targets, through a consistent DV Plan based on Design Verification Methods (DVM) and linked to SDS/ARL (System Design Specifications/Attribute Requirement Lists).- Develop awareness of cross-functional attributes that affect the vehicle thermal performance.- Interpret results from CAE and physical tests for the development of feasible countermeasures to meet requirements.- As needed, interact with the design teams D&R, CAD, Program Management, Design Studio, Vehicle Architecture Design, Suppliers and Vehicle Engineering to achieve the project scope, technical deliverables, timeline, validation plan, cost targets and documentation.- Conduct component and system level test set-ups (ensure tests are correctly set-up and executed). Plan CAE and component / system level tests according to the vehicle program timing.- Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work) and participate in the Sourcing Process (ED&T review, piece and tooling cost review and CPA)- Follow the TDRM process (Technical Design Review Meeting)- Audit/ update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage, for prototype builds and maintain it post Job1 as required.- Be aware of Engineering changes and proceed accordingly- Identify validation, durability and functional test required as per SDS, CETPs & ES. (DVP / eFDVS)- Define and verify engineering prototypes requirements at part level.- Parts implementation/Sign-off in assembly plant & assistance with quality issues in all milestones.- Manage along with STA engineer- PDL's revisions and proceed accordingly if affected- Jointly with purchasing, identify and develop potential suppliers.- Jointly with STA give technical assistance to supplier through the Supplier Engagement Process (APQP/ PSW/ PPAP process to achieve a flawless launch)- Document design, development, and signoffs in evidence books.- Ensure that