Mechanical Safety Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

We are currently seeking an Engineer, Hardware Safety Electronics. This position requires an experienced professional in Safety Electronics packaging and mechanical development. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment. 

o Responsible for design release of Safety Electronics hardware.
o Support Design Engineers in the mechanical integration and release of Safety Electronics components.
o Maintain PLM data for Safety Electronic Components.
o Work closely with the design studio and interior engineering teams to develop the optimum restraint system packages for occupant protection performance and interior styling.
o Manage Tier 1 suppliers for both engineering development and program timing.
o Work closely with supply chain team to deliver against key program and vehicle milestones.
o Responsible for definition of electrical interface documentation, connector selection, pinout etc.
o Work closely with vehicle electrical harness team to integrate the safety sub-system into vehicle overall electrical architecture.
o Support vehicle homologation team to ensure regulatory compliance of the systems.
o Provide expertise on Safety Electronics system design to meet all vehicle targets (performance, cost, timing, weight, Studio design, quality, manufacturing, etc…). Qualifications:
o In-depth knowledge about the design and engineering of automotive electrical safety systems, direct experience in automotive OEM (preferred) and/or Tier 1 suppliers.
o Enough CAD skills to package the component models into vehicle models, check interfaces with the rest of the vehicle and make small modifications if necessary. The ideal candidate should possess enough CAD skills to design simple brackets, fixtures, etc.

o 3 Years experience in Catia/NX/Creo
o Knowledge of GD&T and drawing/print creation
o A proven track record of technical excellence in vehicle electrical system development, ideally with experience in any of the specified safety sub-systems
o Knowledge of latest technology advancement in the field of vehicle crash safety.
o Knowledge of vehicle networks and topologies, including CAN, LIN and Ethernet.
o Engineering fundamentals in problem solving.
o The ability to articulate highly technical issues to audiences not in the safety field, such as top management, design studio, purchasing team, etc.
o Excellent people skills to manage suppliers, push the envelope to develop optimal technical solutions, ensure timely delivery of all components.
o Working understanding and application of project planning and task management.
o Have strong ethics, attention to detail and desire to create the very best product.
o Excellent writing, verbal and organization skills.

 Advantageous:
o Experience in working with Functional Safety processes and relevant documentation.
o Experience in creation and management of Failure Mode Analysis techniques, including DFMEA.
o Experience developing and delivering embedded system hardware and/or software.
o Experience with CAE Simulation.
o Experience in test equipment design.
o Experience in harness design.
o Experience with electric propulsion systems, including relevant controls.
o Masters Degree in an engineering discipline such as systems engineering, computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering with a minimum of 3 years of work experience as a systems engineer or related role. Education:
o Bachelors Degree in an engineering discipline such as computer science, electrical or mechanical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of work experience as a systems engineer or related role.

Salary Range: 100,000-130,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.  

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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