Engineer, Applications

Dana Automotive Sytems Group LLC • Maumee, OH • 13h ago

Job Purpose

The Application Engineer supports Light Vehicle Sealing programs by translating customer requirements into robust product designs, coordinating key APQP deliverables (e.g., DFMEA, DVP&R, issue tracking), and partnering with Validation and Manufacturing to enable successful launches. The role requires strong technical communication, disciplined documentation, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Support and promote a preventive safety culture throughout Dana.

Support conceptual design, manufacturability, and validation activities for Light Vehicle Sealing product lines and new concepts.

Communicate (in person, virtual, and written) with customer engineering during program development; support technical reviews, tech days, and design reviews as needed.

Partner with Program Managers/Coordinators to support successful and timely customer launches; participate in Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) activities.

Create, maintain, and report status on key program documents:

Design and engineering open-issues log (actions, owners, timing).

Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).

Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and progress reporting.

Program archive (e.g., design releases/approvals, requirements, test reports, lessons learned).

Coordinate with the Validation group to execute validation per the DVP&R; develop test concepts to validate unique component features.

Interface with manufacturing facilities to ensure designs meet manufacturing requirements and can be produced consistently.

Participate in a culture of continual learning, continuous improvement, and cooperation.

Maintain awareness of competitor activity relevant to Light Vehicle Sealing programs.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present technical information clearly and concisely.

3-5 years automotive experience with internal combustion engine sealing; preferably cylinder head gaskets, exhaust gaskets, and secondary stamped metal gaskets.

Working knowledge of gasket design fundamentals (e.g., load path/clamping, sealing beads/embossments, coatings) and stamped metal gasket manufacturing considerations.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T; capable of supporting tolerance stack-up/fit-function reviews and using 3D CAD/2D drafting to support concept development and release readiness.

Experience supporting APQP deliverables (DFMEA, DVP&R) and familiarity with PPAP expectations for launch support.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to present technical information clearly and concisely.

3-5 years automotive experience with internal combustion engine sealing; preferably cylinder head gaskets, exhaust gaskets, and secondary stamped metal gaskets.

Working knowledge of gasket design fundamentals (e.g., load path/clamping, sealing beads/embossments, coatings) and stamped metal gasket manufacturing considerations.

Experience supporting APQP deliverables (DFMEA, DVP&R) and familiarity with PPAP expectations for launch support.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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