Location: Novi, MI
Company: Dana
world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Job Purpose This opening is for a Senior Functional Safety Engineer.
This position will support the execution of the Functional Safety lifecycle for mechatronics developments. It is crucial for this position to work with other Dana Functional Safety Professionals across the cross functional teams to provide consistent results on the achieved functional safety of Dana's mechatronic products. Job Duties and Responsibilities Support the strategy and deployment of the functional safety lifecycle. Collaborate
with engineers and external stakeholders (including FS consultants) engaged in program and project work. Produce, either directly or indirectly, all the necessary work products, including but not limited to: Safety Plan Safety Manual Safety Concepts ASIL rating/decomposition DIA HARA Safety Requirements FMEA & FTA Safety Verification and Validation activities Confirmation measures Safety Case the FS approach across organizational boundaries and with senior management.
Directing and leading the problem resolution and tracking process and providing feedback on status of tracked problems to key stakeholder meetings (domestic or international, as required) This position will support the execution
of the Functional Safety lifecycle for mechatronics developments It is crucial for this position to work with other Dana Functional Safety Professionals across the team to provide consistent results on the achieved functional safety of Dana's mechatronic products Actively participate in the strategy and deployment of the functional safety lifecycle Team with engineers and external stakeholders (including FS consultants) engaged in program and project work Produce, either directly or indirectly, all the necessary work products, including but not limited to: Safety Verification and Validation activities Support problem resolution and tracking process and providing feedback on status of tracked problems to key stakeholder meetings (domestic or international, as required) Education and Experience Requirements Four-year degree in Automotive / Electrical / Systems Engineering or a related field of study.
3+ years of demonstrated progressive responsibility and hands-on experience with vehicle system architectures and control systems. 2 years' experience in a similar role (functional safety of automotive products). Experience in the implementation of functional safety standards like IEC 61508, EN 13849, ISO 26262, ISO 15998, ISO 25119, IEC 62061, and other related standards for systems, hardware and software development like CMMI, INCOSE, ASPICE.
Good knowledge of ISO26262 2 years' experience working to ISO 26262, with strong knowledge of Functional Safety principles and specific on-the-job experience. Knowledge and industry experience with safety concepts, hazard analysis and risk backssment, FMEA, FTA at both system and sub-system level. Strong knowledge on systems engineering principles and ability to use this in a multi-disciplinary approach (electronics, software, mechanical hardware, hydraulics) Proven record of eliciting and implementing requirements from design to production We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, interaction, age, national origin, religion, interactionual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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designs, legal validation requirements, North American customer standards, current industry trends, and our competitors' technology. Lead the design, validation, and release of steering wheel and driver airbag systems using the YF product development process.
Ensures documents, processes and procedures are managed and maintained using all YFSS standards and systems (YFi OS, PMP, Lean, CPP, CMP, EPIC, BEP, etc. ) Understand the YF customers' engineering organization and build relationships with the key engineering and technology " decision makers" Inform customer engineering and YF leadership of significant launch, production or timing related issues (" no surprises"
). Be the single point of customer contact on your programs. Work with Program Management to ensure engineering resources and budget goals are met from award through SOP.
Successfully fulfill people leadership and people development responsibilities, including providing mentorship and support of the international " back office" team; succession planning; resource planning, etc. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Any and all other duties as assigned by your Manager. Education: Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace or similar) Preferred: Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace or similar) Chinese and/
or Spanish language skills helpful, but not required PMP training or Program Management experience desired Work Experience and Skills Required: 7+ years' experience in the automotive industry, including at least two successful product launches - preferably with North American OEMs.
Experience in steering wheel/ driver airbag modules required. Experience leading programs and teams with full engineering responsibility. Airbag module testing and performance analysis experience. Knowledge of plastic part design for injection molding. Knowledge of Injection Mold Tooling (gates, parting lines, action, etc. ) as it relates to part design. Plastic resin and materials selection knowledge as related to airbag modules and steering wheel components.
Ability to develop component and sub-assembly GD&T tolerancing and tolerance stack-up studies in support of manufacturing & craftsmanship goals. Knowledge of leather- and PUR wrapping processes and design limitations for steering wheels and driver airbags. Experience using CAE as a design and product optimization tool. Ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner in a team environment. Identify and address issues in a direct, " data driven" manner. Self-motivated and enthusiastic; " coaching" style.
Available as needed for domestic and international travel, up to 25%. PDN-9ae7d9ee-2954-4539-b81d-87cff6e4d1f0
