Project Engineer (Chicopee)

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry.

The Project Engineer represents U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC as the primary technical contact for specific automotive OEM customers, Tsubaki suppliers, and Tsubaki departments. Communicate these customer technical requirements and implement with cross-functional team.

Essential Duties and Requirements: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Assist with technical development of automotive and mobility products. This includes timing chain systems, selectable clutches, driveline disconnects, and park lock devices. Develop and support cost studies for VA/VE proposals.
• Responsible for developing system designs and component level designs for specific projects. Create and revise 3D models and 2D drawings utilizing Tsubaki CAD/design software.
• Responsible for coordinating engineering drawing approvals and releases, updating and releasing Bill of Materials, and supporting drawing implementation with cross-functional team. Responsible for communicating applicable engineering specifications (customer or internal) to team.
• Responsible for creating Design Gantt Charts, DFMEAs, and conducting Design Reviews (internal and supply chain).
• Develop and coordinate Design & Development Verification Plans, planning and implementation. Support the USTA Auto lab: issue Engineering Work Orders for tests and part exams, coordinate test parts, and issue customer reports.
• Coordinate with cross-functional APQP team on mass production launch. Support APQP objectives with cross-functional team such as: Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans, and PFMEAs.
• Support Sales and New Product Groups on new business opportunities.
• Other tasks, functions and projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required. 
• 3+ Years of experience in engineering or related career position. Working knowledge to GD&T required.
• Familiarity with automotive engines/transmissions, knowledge of AIAG standards and practices, and enthusiasm for the automotive industry preferred.
• CAD skills required. NX, CATIA, SolidWorks preferred.
• Familiarity with analysis and simulation software preferred.
• Ability to learn complex testing and instrumentation required.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work required. Excellent time management skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing required.
• Ability to think critically and creatively in high stress situations.
• Willingness & ability to travel as necessary.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mostly in an office environment but occasionally in a factory environment with exposure to elements such as odor, noise, dust, heat, cold, or chemicals.

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U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance. 

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. 

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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Compensation details: 100000-120000 Yearly Salary

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