Application Engineer

ZipRecruiter - Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Indianapolis, IN

About the position

The Application Engineer at HGC Industries plays a crucial role in developing product design proposals that align with customer performance, quality, cost, and timing requirements. This position involves collaboration with customers and internal teams to support engineering through product development and validation activities, ensuring manufacturability and efficient project management. The Application Engineer is responsible for fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver innovative and cost-effective designs that enhance customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development and validation activities, ensuring alignment with project goals and customer requirements.
• Manage APQP processes to ensure product quality and compliance throughout the development cycle.
• Conduct and facilitate DFMEA to identify potential design risks and implement corrective measures.
• Oversee DVP&R documentation, ensuring product validation meets required specifications.
• Coordinate design reviews, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product feasibility and innovation.
• Develop and review CAD drawings and models to support design and manufacturing processes.
• Perform FEA to validate and optimize design performance and integrity.
• Supervise prototype builds, ensuring timelines, specifications, and quality standards are met.
• Lead testing activities (DV/PV), validating product design and manufacturability in collaboration with suppliers.
• Drive 8D problem-solving efforts, analyzing root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Manage project timelines and schedules, coordinating tasks and resolving issues to meet deadlines.
• Liaise with internal teams (Program Management, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality) and external stakeholders (customers, suppliers) to address development issues.
• Provide technical support to customers across all stages of product development, from pre-sourcing to production.
• Prepare and present project status reports and technical presentations, summarizing progress and trends for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure the completion of design reviews and validation activities according to gated program management processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in BSME, BSMET, or equivalent degree in an engineering discipline.
• 6-10 years of equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Proficient in CAD Software required.
• SolidWorks Software experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• 3+ years of automotive application and design experience.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 management systems.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of Manufacturing Methods and Procedures.
• Process Improvement expertise.
• Expert math skills, including concepts such as probability and statistical inference, as well as fundamentals of plane, algebra, solid geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to efficiently manage priorities and tasks based on importance.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptability skills to effectively manage demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants.
• Commitment to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals.