Product Engineer - Terminals

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This position is part of our Signal & Power Solutions segment; Connection Systems business unit.

Summary (About this Position):

The Aptiv Connection Systems team has an exciting opportunity for a Product Engineer developing the terminal portfolio for power/signal connections and high speed data cable assemblies. The successful candidate will provide innovative solutions and work with cross-functional teams to meet customer-driven, automotive industry specifications. This position is located in Warren, OH at our Champion Technical Center and will report to a Product Engineering Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Develop cutting edge connection system technology for automotive applications
• Expand terminal portfolio to meet technical specifications per OEM and Tier customers
• Ensure terminal system developments meet internal targets for manufacturability, cost and material usage
• Responsible for product design and management from concept to approved production design including:
  • Prototype and Proof of Concept
  • Validation
  • Proper Documentation of Engineering Activities per APTIV EOS
  • Production Implementation
• Interact with internal and external customers, suppliers, and management to ensure seamless product launches and proper communication channels
• Collaborate with team members on:
  • Project Execution
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Design of Experiments
• Participate and/or lead internal and external design reviews
• Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements

Must Haves (i.e. Basic Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Other Engineering
• 1 - 4 years of applicable experience

Traits we seek:

• Curiously investigate everything - ability to solve problems analytically, creatively and collaboratively
• Lead with confidence - thought leaders who empower those around them
• Learn by doing - an entrepreneurial mindset that's driven by hands-on experimentation
• Embrace resilience - seeing every challenge as a learning opportunity and invitation to grow

Nice to Haves (i.e. Preferred Qualifications):

• Master's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Six-Sigma certification or equivalent
• Automotive connector/terminal design experience
• Automotive validation experience (USCAR,GMW,TSC,etc.)
• Ability and willingness to travel as required
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Skype, Teams, Visio, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
• Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work with a team
• Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and accomplish multiple conflicting tasks, make intelligent, timely decisions and solve problems independently
• Resourcefully innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing environment

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