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Engineer, Mechatronics - eMobiliity (2024-05) 

LOCATION: Apodaca / Nuevo León (MX-NLE), Mexico | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 5933 | JOB GRADE: 14  

| ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

 

Want to help shape tomorrow?  At Bendix we’ve been doing it for 90 years…setting the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety.  We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today! www.bendix.com/careers

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

 

This position is responsible for research, design, development, application and testing of eMobility and Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) electromechanical systems for KB/Bendix Commercial Vehicles in North America.

 

Essential Functions:

 

  • Assignment will include mechanical design, prototyping, analysis, testing, and release of prototype mechatronics systems
  • Follow market trends and emerging technologies for ZEV systems
  • Identify and evaluate new technology, construction methods, and materials
  • Develop product FMEA and coordinate product validation and tracking through DVP&R
  • Test and validate electromechanical systems
  • Develop and optimize designs in 3D CAD software
  • Validate components, manufacturing, and assembly of prototype designs
  • Collaborate and Support University Partnership(s) for eMobility
  • Participate in mechanical integration of designs into test vehicles
  • Perform competitive benchmarking on new or existing systems
  • Represent Bendix’s interests in professional groups
  • Interface with test engineers, systems engineers, and customers to document system requirements and test results
  • Develop technical documentation for products.
  • Interface with customers, and management to communicate status of projects.
  • Willing to travel (test track, customer locations) as required up to 15%.

 

 

Knowledge:

 

  • Familiar with additive manufacturing design considerations and equipment
  • Ability to use hand tools for assembly or disassembly of tested systems
  • Understanding of thermal management design rules and considerations
  • Familiar with commercial vehicle design rules and considerations for mechatronic systems
  • Proficiency in using modeling CAD design software
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to conceptualize and create mechanical designs based on limited inputs
  • Understanding of electromechanical systems such as valves and solenoids
  • Familiarity with relevant industry organizations such as SAE, SME, IEEE
  • Familiarity with workings of a standards group or other government agencies a plus

 

Experience:

 

  • Engineer 3: 6+ years related experience with bachelor’s degree or 5+ years related experience with master’s degree.
  • Engineer 4: 8+ years related experience with bachelor’s degree or 6+ years related experience with master’s degree.
  • Prior automotive industry or commercial vehicle industry preferred.
  • Strong product design experience.
  • Experience with defining and documenting mechatronic requirements, based on higher order requirements, such as functional specifications, regulatory requirements, and safety requirements.
  • Experience with additive manufacturing
  • Experience with mechanical and environmental testing
  • Experience with tools such as oscilloscopes, probes, DMM, flashing tools
  • Experience in using Vector CANalyzer, CANdela, CANDiva, CANope, CANoe tools a plus.

 

 

 

Skills:

 

  • Effective communicating with customers and suppliers
  • Influences and motivates others, provides direction, removes barriers, supports high impact teams.
  • Supports new projects and programs in anticipation of business needs. Supports teams in planning and decision making.  
  • Must possess a strong set of interpersonal skills to ensure success in a cross-functional, global team environment developing innovative solutions through collaboration.
  • Self-starter/self-motivating
  • Capable of prioritizing time/resources/goals and adapting to changing priorities
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and desire to help and mentor others
  • Solid research and analytical skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Desire to learn new tools and develop a cross-functional skill set.

 

 

Education:

 

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering or a related field is required
  • M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering or a related field is a plus

 

 

Position Requirements: 

 

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Major medical expenses
- Christmas Bonus
- Life insurance
- Educational assistance program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Personal Days Paid
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Cafeteria Bonus

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