Principal Engineer - Cylinder Head

Job Title: Principal Engineer - Cylinder Head
Location: Fond du Lac, WI
Pay: 120K - 130K + Bonus. DoE
Zip Code: 54935
Job Type: Direct Hire
Start Date: ASAP
Keywords: #Designjobs #PrincipalEngineerjobs #WIJobs

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Position Overview:
As a Principal Engineer on the Base Engine Engineering team, you will be responsible for the design, development, validation planning and execution, and production release of mechanical components on a marine outboard engine. This position requires well-rounded knowledge of internal combustion engines. You will have responsibility for components such as cylinder heads, head gaskets and valvetrain.

At Client, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:
*Lead and manage assigned engine component design projects.
*Write detailed component design specifications.
*Challenge existing design practices and develop innovative solutions.
*Design lightweight and cost-effective components/systems using DFSS discipline.
*Design cost effective experiments to gather data needed for decision making / design approval.
*Draft and implement DVP for components with input from cross functional team.
*Develop patentable ideas that lead to commercial success in the market.
*Maintain team communication/cooperation with Engineers of mating/adjacent components.
*Lead/Participate in cross function teams including Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality and Suppliers.
*Work with Design Analysis, Mechanical Development and Engine Testing groups to validate designs.
*Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:
*BS degree in Mechanical Engineering.
*8 or more years" experience in engine design field.
*Experience in the design and validation of cylinder heads, head gaskets and valvetrain on multi cylinder engines.
*Strong understanding and specialization in internal combustion engine theory.
*Strong understanding of FEA & fatigue analysis used in design development.
*Construct and execute comprehensive DVP"s involving coordination of cross functional resources.
*Proper working knowledge and application of GD&T.
*Strong understanding of manufacturing processes: casting methods (semi-permanent mold casting) and subsequent machining operations (milling, turning, drilling, honing of cylinder heads and valvetrain components.

Software/Tools Used:
*CREO
*GD&T
*FEA & fatigue analysis

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

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