Systems Engineer I (Wire Harness Circuitry Design)

Description

Position at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Job Title: Systems Engineer I

Work Location: Saline, Michigan

This is a Hybrid position, which combines both in office and off-site work.Associates are required to work at least three days in the office each week, but also have the flexibility to work off-site.

BASIC PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position is to fill a new role created by upcoming business opportunities from the customer. The company seeks an engineer, preferably with some experience, although it is not required. The selected engineer will undergo a temporary training period at SEWS Detroit Technical Center (Farmington Hills, MI), as well as circuitry-specific training at the customer site, including hands-on exercises, before joining a development team for one of Toyota's upcoming new vehicles. The new team member will be responsible for harness design (circuitry design).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Inputs and maintains product design data (wiring specifications and subsystem diagrams) on Toyota's circuitry design system throughout the developmental phases of assigned projects.
2. Works closely with other departments at Toyota (and SEWS) to maintain the communication levels necessary for project success.
3. Outputs Toyota data and drawings and distributes them to all necessary locations with timeliness and accuracy.
4. Visits SEWS manufacturing plants at planned stages of the project to review harness quality and workability, and to explain critical harness points to manufacturing members.
5. Visits Toyota's manufacturing plants through the customer's RE (Resident Engineer) program to investigate quality and workability problems in the vehicle and apply effective countermeasures.
6. Understands design quality controls and applies them throughout the harness development process to achieve excellent design quality.
7. Fully understands the project design schedule and follows it to reach each milestone in a timely manner.
8. Responsible for understanding Toyota standards and procedures and following them closely throughout the course of assigned projects.
9. Responsible for understanding SEWS' Design Standards, the Internal Wire Harness Checksheet, and past problem checklists, and applying this knowledge to both initial harness development and harness evaluations.
10. Understands harness circuitry design and harness components, and can participate in R&D for the next generation of Toyota vehicles.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, 0–5 years of experience in automotive design (preferably harness-related).

Must be willing to travel.

Knowledge of automobile electrical design software (Zuken) is a plus.

Important Note: The candidate's primary work location will be on-site at the customer's location in York Township, not at Sumitomo's Farmington Hills location.

The candidate must be willing to follow the in-office attendance policy requested by SEWS or the customer.

Japanese bilingual skills are not required but are considered a plus.

About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability. With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics. SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers. Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.

To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com.

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About the Sumitomo Electric Group

Since the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables. With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide variety of products that fulfill the expectations of society, in five business fields: Automotive, Information & Communications, Electronics, Environment & Energy, and Industrial Materials. We are a Fortune global 500 company.

To learn more about Sumitomo Electric Group, please visit http://global-sei.com.

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**Interested Candidates Should Submit Cover Letter and Salary History When Applying.** An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V