Product Design Director jobs in Gary, IN

SUMMARY:
Design new wiper systems, control products, commercial vehicle electronics and components. Manage design projects from concept through production. Applies knowledge of product development and analysis to assist in meeting organizational objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Prepare original/revised design layouts based on customer CAD data and specifications.
• Prepare cost estimates for new or revised designs.
• Manage design projects from concept through production.
• Gather data from customer input or off-site visits to debug, modify, or correct prototype, pre-production/start-up, warranty problems, or product improvements.
• Remain current on customer end need/use of product.
• Develop / conceptualize new products.
• Develop, document, implement departmental procedures in accordance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of sound engineering practices, manufacturing processes, FMVSS regulations, and SAE or other applicable standards.
• Support and perform all major platform engineering analysis requirements (kinematic, electrical, environmental, etc. as required).
• Complete design calculations using manual or computerized methods.
• Apply knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering procedures, and CAD system to identify most effective methods, equipment, and processes.
• Verify designs for design intent, specifications, and quality.
• Provide technical product expertise to all internal/external relationships.
• Travel Requirements: must be able to fulfill occasional travel, domestic & international, to other CVG facilities, customers, and vendors.