Research & Development EngineerDee Zee, Inc. • Des Moines, IA, US
Research & Development Engineer
Dee Zee, Inc. • Des Moines, IA, US
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionManage and comply with internal requirements, considering data, throughout the development and product lifecycle by utilizing the Product Data Management (PDM) system Utilize tools and historical documents such as foundational Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA), Design Guidelines, and Design Checklist worksheets to ensure product design meets best practices and lessons learned to meet customer and internal requirements Ensure goals (Quality, Mass, Cost, Timing) continue to be met during the development process. Communicate potential and actual deviation from Planning goals to the cross functional team for escalation efforts through the customer when / where they happen. Ensure Special Characteristics as they occur are communicated through the linkage stream and fully documented Ensure design validation and verification plans continue to meet expectations during the development cycle. Apply resources where necessary to satisfy the DVP, either in addressing testing requirements, obtaining test samples, conducting testing when possible, receiving and reporting test reports or the generation of test reports Ensure design aligns with packaging and transit intent during development cycle, considering clearances, product protection, cost, weight, Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) in all component process progression (raw material -> Create and maintain 2D Specification Drawings based off the 3D math data, ensuring information required is added, such as, Material Specifications, Customer Requirements, Internal Requirements, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Special Characteristics, etc. Utilize Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) & Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools to pass 3D math data through simulated conditions to evaluate the performance prior to any tooling kick off Utilizing Cross Functional Team processes, develop Bills of Materials, owning Parts List identification with quantities, and material / coating specifications. Also aiding in manufacturing steps and processes, new purchased components, and any unique elements that may arise. Utilize new part setup via internal processes, and initiate at any time a unique item is planned to be brought into the company in reasonable volume for receiving and stocking purposes Aid in developing Design Of Experiments (DOE) to test the design intent, either as instructed by the customer or dictated by internal requirements, when necessary Conduct prototyping efforts through 3D printing, production resources, shop technicians, or supply chain. Hands-on prototyping can be expected within the R&D shop utilizing tools and equipment made available by the company and supervised by the shop technicians. Support Production Stage activities as applicable. Utilize the Change Order (CO) process to initiate product changes at the Production Phase Aid further activities during the product development cycle as necessary Follow other company processes and procedures as applicable Review, develop, and implement cost saving opportunities whenever necessary Research new innovations considering product improvements, materials & coatings, market and segments, etc. Support and lead special activities or when assigned including design competitions, vehicle builds supporting trade shows, conceptual development, cost reduction, production optimization, etc. Fulfill and maintain training requirements and address opportunities for advanced training where applicable Ability to stop the production line and / or prevent shipment of products due to nonconformance or potential nonconformance products to our customers Support the environmental policy with proactive process implementation, improvement suggestions, reducing waste, and acting on environment performance results and findings Ability to follow quality system standards Ability to work in a team environment Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Position Summary
Design and develop product for Dee Zee and its' customers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise, and uncontrolled temperatures.
Essential Functions
- Follow product development workflows to ensure product development meets all customer and internal requirements and expectations.
- Mix of independent efforts and integration within cross functional teams interlacing internal and external sources ranging customer, supplier, departmental, and production floor representation.
- Support the Planning Stage of development. Activities include, but not limited to, strategy to meet intents in design and performance whilst understanding potential failure modes and their potential Special Characteristics, Design for Manufacturability & Assembly (DFMA) (Process, Tooling), understanding and planning to achieve targets (Quality, Mass, Cost, Timing), Validation & Verification Plans, Purchasing intent (supply chain, material specifications), and MP&L (Material, Planning & Logistics) related elements (Shipping / Transit).
- Support the Development Stage of the Product Lifecycle within the cross functional team, while leading Design specific activities. Support Design Reviews with customers. Lead Design Reviews with suppliers and internal interested parties. Conduct the internal Design Reviews efficiently and with intent to address / solve issues quickly, identify responsible team members with "take away" assignments tied to mutually accepted expectations on meeting the need of the element.
- Utilize Computer Aided Design suites as required by internal standards or the customer to build the 3-dimensional math data for product development (Ground up / Initiated
B-side generation based on Studio "A" Class surface intent)
finished good)
Skills & Abilities
Position Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or related Engineering field required
Experience : Mechanical Engineering or related experience preferred, such as internship or direct work experience in similar position
Computer Skills : Must demonstrate computer literacy; Understanding of CAD software
Certificates & Licenses : Must have a valid driver's license
Other Requirements : Must be eligible to obtain a Passport
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