Systems Engineer III

Engineering Saline, Michigan

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Description

Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Work Location: Saline, Michigan
 
 
Basic Purpose:
 
We are searching for an engineer with 3 to 6 years of wire harness engineering or related systems experience. This engineer will undergo a temporary training period at SEWS Detroit Technical Center, as well as circuitry-specific training at the customer site, including hands-on exercises, before becoming part of a development team for one of Toyota's upcoming new vehicles. This training can also be conducted virtually, as long as the opportunity is available. The new member will have harness design responsibilities (circuitry design).
 
 
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
 
  1. Inputs and maintains product design data (wiring specifications and subsystem diagrams) on Toyota's circuitry design system throughout the developmental phases of assigned projects.
  2. Works closely with other departments at Toyota (and SEWS) to maintain the communication levels necessary for project success.
  3. Outputs Toyota data and drawings, distributing them to all necessary locations with timeliness and accuracy.
  4. Visits SEWS manufacturing plants at planned stages of the project to review harness quality and workability, and to explain critical harness points to manufacturing members.
  5. Visits Toyota manufacturing plants through the customer's RE (Resident Engineer) program to investigate quality and workability issues in the vehicle and apply effective countermeasures.
  6. Understands design quality controls and applies them throughout the harness development process to achieve excellent design quality.
  7. Fully understands the project design schedule and follows it to reach each milestone in a timely manner.
  8. Responsible for understanding Toyota standards and procedures, and following them closely throughout the course of assigned projects.
  9. Responsible for understanding SEWS' Design Standards, the Internal Wire Harness Checksheet, and the Design-In Reminder Checklists, and for applying them to both initial harness development and harness evaluations.
  10. Understands harness circuitry design and components, and can participate in R&D for next-generation Toyota vehicles. Able to lead project teams effectively with project management skills and effective communication with customers.
 
Qualifications:
  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 3-6+ years of experience in automotive design (preferably harness-related)
  • Must be willing to travel about 5% of the time
  • Knowledge of automobile electrical design software (Zuken) is a plus.
  • Ability to lead projects as a circuitry leader
  • Important Note: The candidate's primary work location will be on-site at the customer's location in York Township, not at Sumitomo's Farmington Hills location in a normal work setting. The candidate must be open to follow the in-office attendance policy requested by SEWS or the customer.
  • Japanese bilingual skills are plus but not required.
 
About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.
Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.  With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.  SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.  Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation. 
 
To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.  

About the Sumitomo Electric Group
Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables.  With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials.  We are a Fortune global 500 company.   
 
To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.  

**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.**   
 
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V  
 
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