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HVAC Release Engineer

Location: Onsite 3–4 days/week - Auburn Hills, MI

Industry: Automotive Engineering

Employment Type: Contract

Position Summary:

• The HVAC Release Engineer is responsible for the development and validation of the automotive HVAC compressor and A/C lines.
• The candidate will ensure the components meet performance objectives and will coordinate development with other functional areas such as powertrain, BIW, Aero/Thermal, Engine Cooling and suppliers.

Job Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Writing source packages, specifications, requirements, change notices and overall supplier management to meet program timing and deliverables.
• Candidate will maintain a component and sub-system DVP&R, support and keep up to date with component bench testing, simulation, drive-cell and static cell test results as well as perform data analysis and establish proper corrective actions as required.
• Need to lead virtual team to design and perform CFD and FEA analysis for components to meet performance.
• Candidate will also need to support pilot and pre-production build process at the assembly plant for development and installation of AC line and compressors.

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC compressor and/or A/C line design and development
• Proficient in Unigraphics NX and CATIA
• Familiar with automotive packaging constraints and requirements
• Strong knowledge of DFMEA and DVP&R
• Solid understanding of basic thermodynamics
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Highly motivated and self-directed with a results-driven mindset

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in e-compressors, chillers, EV components are a plus.
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).
• Basic knowledge in Thermodynamics.
• Automotive assembly plant experience.
• HVAC system engineering knowledge.
• Previous experience as an AC line design and release engineer.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited university.

OpTech is an equal opportunity employer and it committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics

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