Engineer - Module Designer

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Role purpose
Module Designer will perform design activities within the 3rd Parties NPI mechanical transmissions projects. In this position she/he will follow the whole New Product Introduction process from Concept Design to Detailed Definition, Validation/Certification/Testing and Production Support.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

·  Ownership of gearbox module mechanical designs for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs
·  Designing full gearbox lay-out and collaborating with components design engineers.
·  Execution of the design and evaluation of business-critical projects using sound engineering principles, and adhering to business standards and program requirements
·  Recommend approach to meet the technical and program requirements. Implement plans to achieve technical requirements, schedules and contract commitments.
·  Assure proper documentation of technical data generated to substantiate architecture performance and assemblies and/or systems consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
·  Collaboration with cross functional / cross-organization teams including the Aero engineering, Thermal sciences, Materials engineering, Test engineering, Systems engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Drafting
·  Monitor and effectively communicate projects status, issues and significant developments.
·  Lead in module design efforts, participate in analysis and manufacturing technology, quality, productivity and other initiatives.
·  Support System Engineer on trade studies and lay-out definition in the early phase of NPI.
·  Issue technical documents (i.e.: reports, specifications) and carry out analysis relevant to component design. 
·  Support Design Reviews and validation/certification/testing activities
·  Proactively liaise with other Company functions and Suppliers, to achieve producibility, manufacturability and cost targets.
·  Continue to build technical knowledge expertise in aeronautical gearbox components
·  Lead Lean projects across the organization

Qualifications/Requirements

·  Bachelor/Master of Mechanical Engineering/Aeronautical Engineering from an accredited university
·  Experience with mechanical design of complex structures
·  Ability to build and calculate complex stack-ups
·  Experience with CAD tools (i.e. Unigraphics NX)
·  English language knowledge, both written and oral (Italian language will be an advantage)
·  Good interpersonal and communication skills
·  Ability to perform in an international team environment

Desired Characteristics

·  Knowledge of gearbox technical requirements and technologies
·  Knowledge of New Product Introduction process
·  Experience with FEM tools (i.e. Nastran, Ansys) – will be added value
·  Capable to work in cross functional environment
·  Curiosity and passion for mechanical design

This position in a replacement job contract

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No