Mechanical Design Engineer - Shifts & Synchronizers System

About us

We are a Belgian engineering consulting firm that assists SMEs and large industrial organizations in bringing their innovation and R&D initiatives to life.

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Job Description

The mechanical Design Engineer will be part of the fast growing e-DCT development team that is responsible for the development of hybrid powertrains. He/she will play a critical role in the design of these products. Job description: To optimize the performance and robustness of electro mechanic shift systems in a cost effective design by optimizing the system functional chain, reducing mechanical losses and improving NVH behavior. Responsibilities:  Functional chain from e-motor via the shift system to synchronizer engagement elements  Lead the team of design, purchasing and process development for the commodity  Design of synchronizer system  Design shift forks and rails into the transmission assembly  Optimizing NVH behavior

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Required qualifications

Basic Qualifications:  MSc or PhD in mechanical engineering, specialized in mechanical engineering  Strong in analysis, structural mechanics, dynamics, NVH and structural simulation.  Wide knowledge mechanical solutions to create light weight functionally stressed parts  CAE base knowledge to do structural optimization  Experience or affinity with Automotive engineering Preferred Skills and Experience:  Strong expertise in analysis and design of die cast, sheet metal and sinter parts  Profound experience in synchronizer and shift system design & function and corresponding manufacturing techniques  Experience with both analytical and numerical (FEA) simulation techniques/models  Experience with CAE methods for stress analysis and lifetime prediction  Teamplayer, able to work in a multidisciplinary, international and dynamic environment  strong personality achieving project goals by entrepreneurial thinking and taking actions  CAD and PLM base knowledge (Creo, Windchill)