Mechanial Design Engineer III
N.S. International, Ltd, Auburn Hills, MI, United States
Company Overview
Nippon Seiki is a world‑class manufacturer of instruments for vehicles, agricultural, and construction equipment. Established in 1945, Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Japan, with numerous facilities worldwide. N.S. International, Ltd. ("NSI"), a group company of Nippon Seiki, located in Troy, MI, is a tier‑one supplier of instrument clusters and head‑up display units for FCA US, General Motors, BMW, Honda, Harley‑Davidson, Suzuki, Polaris, Arctic Cat and other OEMs.
Purpose of Job
The Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of automotive instrument clusters and head‑up displays (HUDs). Responsibilities include reviewing customer requirements, specifications and manufacturing constraints to create comprehensive engineering product design proposals, specifications and drawings using engineering principles and Design Engineering Standards (DES). The role also involves analyzing test data, performing root‑cause analysis, preparing 5‑Phase/5‑Why reports, engineering reports, technical presentation material, and delivering engineering presentations to internal and external customers.
Major Duties / Responsibilities
35% Lead the design and development of automotive instrument clusters (IPC) and head‑up displays (HUDs), creating 3D models and 2D drawings including GD&T for all structural components, considering DFM/DFA factors, assembly drawings, cost, material & component specifications, and other design factors; mentor in optical design and simulation; mentor support engineers in engineering calculations and stack‑up analysis; ensure development metrics comply with APICE/IATF process requirements.
20% Post‑development support: provide technical/design support during the pre‑production phase (PV testing, root‑cause analysis, 5‑Phase report preparation) and the production preparation phase (quality, assembly, process). Assist assembly plants and suppliers with quality and design issues; execute customer design changes; reflect changes in internal deliverables and documentation.
15% Interface with customers to understand design requirements during specification, styling, and product development phases; compile specification confirmation reports; mentor in structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis using FEA software.
10% Lead conceptual design, bill of materials (BOM), design feasibility studies for RFQ responses and technical presentations; develop DFMEA, DVP, failure analysis/5‑Phase reports.
5% Lead in‑vehicle performance checks at customer locations during pre‑production; evaluate design integrity; identify design flaws; compile summary reports.
5% Mentor design engineers in benchmark analysis; attend trade shows (NAIAS); compile market trend analysis of IPC/HUD products.
5% Assist in prototype development during build trials; support manufacturing plants and quality teams in resolving technical, manufacturing, and quality issues; aid in testing and evaluation of IPC/HUD products; mentor support engineers in preparation of technical documents for quality gate assessment meetings with the parent company in Japan.
Education, Experience and Knowledge
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred. Coursework or specialization in Strength of Materials, Design for Six Sigma, Statics & Dynamics, SQC, CAD/CAE, Optics principles, Materials, Manufacturing Principles.
Related Experience: 4‑8 years of automotive design and development experience; required work experience with CAD – CATIA/UG; preferred experience in automotive structures, plastics or optics; required FEA analysis knowledge for vibration, thermal, linear
on‑linear analysis; preferred working knowledge of ABAQUS; experience with optical design principles and light simulation software (OPTIS/Light Tools); required GD&T and stack‑up analysis experience.
Special Training or Competency – NSI Competencies
Adaptation/Flexibility: openness to new ideas, willingness to consider alternative interpretations and demonstrate flexibility.
Initiative/Results Driven: setting high performance standards for self and others, striving to accomplish goals.
Judgment/Decision Making: making decisions with beneficial impact, evaluating information to arrive at sound conclusions.
Resource Management: setting clear objectives, organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet goals.
Team Work: encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others to help the team perform effectively.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8am – 5pm; off‑hours as needed.
Travel Requirements: 10‑15% internationally and/or domestically. Valid driver’s license required for domestic travel; valid passport required for international travel.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
N.S. International, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.
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Nippon Seiki is a world‑class manufacturer of instruments for vehicles, agricultural, and construction equipment. Established in 1945, Nippon Seiki Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Japan, with numerous facilities worldwide. N.S. International, Ltd. ("NSI"), a group company of Nippon Seiki, located in Troy, MI, is a tier‑one supplier of instrument clusters and head‑up display units for FCA US, General Motors, BMW, Honda, Harley‑Davidson, Suzuki, Polaris, Arctic Cat and other OEMs.
Purpose of Job
The Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the design and development of automotive instrument clusters and head‑up displays (HUDs). Responsibilities include reviewing customer requirements, specifications and manufacturing constraints to create comprehensive engineering product design proposals, specifications and drawings using engineering principles and Design Engineering Standards (DES). The role also involves analyzing test data, performing root‑cause analysis, preparing 5‑Phase/5‑Why reports, engineering reports, technical presentation material, and delivering engineering presentations to internal and external customers.
Major Duties / Responsibilities
35% Lead the design and development of automotive instrument clusters (IPC) and head‑up displays (HUDs), creating 3D models and 2D drawings including GD&T for all structural components, considering DFM/DFA factors, assembly drawings, cost, material & component specifications, and other design factors; mentor in optical design and simulation; mentor support engineers in engineering calculations and stack‑up analysis; ensure development metrics comply with APICE/IATF process requirements.
20% Post‑development support: provide technical/design support during the pre‑production phase (PV testing, root‑cause analysis, 5‑Phase report preparation) and the production preparation phase (quality, assembly, process). Assist assembly plants and suppliers with quality and design issues; execute customer design changes; reflect changes in internal deliverables and documentation.
15% Interface with customers to understand design requirements during specification, styling, and product development phases; compile specification confirmation reports; mentor in structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis using FEA software.
10% Lead conceptual design, bill of materials (BOM), design feasibility studies for RFQ responses and technical presentations; develop DFMEA, DVP, failure analysis/5‑Phase reports.
5% Lead in‑vehicle performance checks at customer locations during pre‑production; evaluate design integrity; identify design flaws; compile summary reports.
5% Mentor design engineers in benchmark analysis; attend trade shows (NAIAS); compile market trend analysis of IPC/HUD products.
5% Assist in prototype development during build trials; support manufacturing plants and quality teams in resolving technical, manufacturing, and quality issues; aid in testing and evaluation of IPC/HUD products; mentor support engineers in preparation of technical documents for quality gate assessment meetings with the parent company in Japan.
Education, Experience and Knowledge
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred. Coursework or specialization in Strength of Materials, Design for Six Sigma, Statics & Dynamics, SQC, CAD/CAE, Optics principles, Materials, Manufacturing Principles.
Related Experience: 4‑8 years of automotive design and development experience; required work experience with CAD – CATIA/UG; preferred experience in automotive structures, plastics or optics; required FEA analysis knowledge for vibration, thermal, linear
on‑linear analysis; preferred working knowledge of ABAQUS; experience with optical design principles and light simulation software (OPTIS/Light Tools); required GD&T and stack‑up analysis experience.
Special Training or Competency – NSI Competencies
Adaptation/Flexibility: openness to new ideas, willingness to consider alternative interpretations and demonstrate flexibility.
Initiative/Results Driven: setting high performance standards for self and others, striving to accomplish goals.
Judgment/Decision Making: making decisions with beneficial impact, evaluating information to arrive at sound conclusions.
Resource Management: setting clear objectives, organizing or adjusting information, people and materials to meet goals.
Team Work: encouraging and supporting the ideas and effort of others to help the team perform effectively.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday‑Friday, 8am – 5pm; off‑hours as needed.
Travel Requirements: 10‑15% internationally and/or domestically. Valid driver’s license required for domestic travel; valid passport required for international travel.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
N.S. International, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 18 years to comply with labor laws and job responsibilities.
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