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Valeo is a global tech company that designs innovative solutions to reinvent mobility. We are an automotive supplier partnering with automakers and mobility providers worldwide. Our vision is to create greener and more secure mobility through solutions focused on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leaders in our field and recognized as one of the largest innovative companies globally.
Company Overview:
Valeo is the world's leading provider of driving assistance systems to automotive manufacturers. Valeo Vision Systems (VVS), located near Galway, Ireland, is Valeo's global research and industrial center for vision and automated parking systems.
Having been first to market in Europe with rear camera and surround view systems, VVS continues to develop next-generation vision systems and autonomous driving products, remaining at the forefront of automotive vision technology.
Job Profile:
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer will be part of the R&D department at Valeo, working within a cross-functional team to develop next-generation vision systems for the automotive market. The role involves taking accountability for all mechanical aspects of assigned projects, ensuring robust designs are delivered on time and within budget.
Responsibilities:
* Lead mechanical design projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams developing solutions for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, including cameras, ECUs, and domain controllers.
* Represent R&D in project, customer, and supplier interactions.
* Communicate effectively across multidisciplinary environments.
* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
* Support other departmental tasks as needed by management.
* Prioritize work daily, weekly, and at the project level for all mechanical team members.
* Identify and escalate resource needs, deficiencies, training, and performance issues, contributing to appraisals where appropriate.
* Lead technical activities such as product validation/testing, tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and design optimization.
* Manage project documentation within the PLM system.
* Support technical architecture and standards development.
Education/Training:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field.
Professional Experience:
* Mandatory:
* At least 5 years of experience in Mechanical Design.
* Experience developing products for high-volume manufacturing.
* Tooling and molding experience, with the ability to suggest part improvements.
* Proficiency with engineering tools such as DOE and SPC.
* Strong problem-solving skills and methodical approaches.
* Experience creating 2D drawings and 3D designs using CAD software.
* Self-motivated, able to work independently or within a team.
* Demonstrates high commitment, initiative, and quality workmanship in an R&D environment.
* Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
* Previous experience in a senior or lead engineer role, managing teams preferred.
* Automotive industry experience, especially with vision products and electronics, is advantageous.
* Experience with tolerance investigations and stack-up analysis.
* Proficient in detailed drawings and GD&T standards.
* Experience designing thermal solutions, both active and passive, is a plus.
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