Systems Engineer I (Wire Harness Circuitry Design)
Description
Job Title: Systems Engineer I
Work Location: Saline, Michigan
This is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work. Associates are required to work at least three days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.
BASIC PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to fill a new role created by upcoming business opportunities from the customer. The company seeks an engineer, preferably with some experience, although it is not required. The selected engineer will undergo a temporary training period at SEWS Detroit Technical Center (Farmington Hills, MI), as well as circuitry-specific training at the customer site, including hands-on exercises, before joining a development team for one of Toyota's upcoming new vehicles. The new team member will be responsible for harness design (circuitry design).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inputs and maintains product design data (wiring specifications and subsystem diagrams) on Toyota's circuitry design system throughout the developmental phases of assigned projects.
- Works closely with other departments at Toyota (and SEWS) to maintain the communication levels necessary for project success.
- Outputs Toyota data and drawings and distributes them to all necessary locations with timeliness and accuracy.
- 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.
- Visits Toyota's manufacturing plants through the customer's RE (Resident Engineer) program to investigate quality and workability problems in the vehicle and apply effective countermeasures.
- Understands design quality controls and applies them throughout the harness development process to achieve excellent design quality.
- Fully understands the project design schedule and follows it to reach each milestone in a timely manner.
- Responsible for understanding Toyota standards and procedures and following them closely throughout the course of assigned projects.
- Responsible for understanding SEWS' Design Standards, the Internal Wire Harness Checksheet, and past problem checklists, and applying this knowledge to both initial harness development and harness evaluations.
- Understands harness circuitry design and harness components, and can participate in R&D for the next generation of Toyota vehicles.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, 0–5 years of experience in automotive design (preferably harness-related).
- Must be willing to travel.
- Knowledge of automobile electrical design software (Zuken) is a plus.
- 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.
- The candidate must be willing to follow the in-office attendance policy requested by SEWS or the customer.
- Japanese bilingual skills are not required but are considered a plus.
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.
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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.
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**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.** An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V