Senior Product Designer

Job Details: Job Location: HAC (Rochester Hills) - Rochester Hills, MI 48309, Position Type: Full-Time, Job Shift: First Shift, Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint. In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of Finance, Sales, Engineering, Testing, Program Management, Human Resources, Purchasing and IT. Website: HI-LEX.com POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Product Designer is responsible for creating product designs using 3D CAD systems, generating fully dimensioned drawings according to Hi-Lex or Industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the development process. KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Creates new and revised product designs using 3D CAD systems. Provides completed layouts and final product design from simple sketches. Performs feasibility studies (packaging studies, glass drop studies…) based on customer supplied data. Provides input into design & tolerance stack studies to ensure robustness. Prepare drawing packages/concepts for RFQ’s (quality drawings, low cost design & quick timing). Utilizes documented Engineering and Design standards including Lessons Learned. Recommends and implements changes to resolve field concerns and evaluates prototypes for design modification to improve product performances and reliability. Assists in analysis of problem areas and recommends solutions. Makes decisions on the suitability of the design using knowledge of specified product materials and production processes. Recommends material selection for products and their components. Confers with customers as required to discuss design problem areas and to ensure the product meets all requirements. Instructs CAD detailers as to requirements, tolerances, GD&T, standard drafting practices, etc. Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives. Qualifications: Education 2-year degree in engineering or computer aided drawing/design or equivalent preferred Functional Experience Knowledge of HI-LEX core CAD systems, Catia V5 and NX FEA knowledge and basic skills preferred Thorough knowledge of GD&T Industry Experience 10 or more years of drafting and design experience Experienced in design/packaging as it pertains to systems and products Knowledge of the characteristics of the production processes Core Competencies Product development and design 3D software modeling ability 2D Drawing development with dimensional layouts Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 20 pounds Required Skills Excellent written and verbal skills Time management for completion of tasks to achieve program success Problem solving and critical thinking Adaptability and continuous improvement Other Requirements Open seating work environment with ability to change work location daily (if needed) Office environment with noise from cellphones, group conversations and virtual meetings