Role: Project Engineer

Location: Detroit, Michigan - Hybrid

Role ID: 2025-2870

The Role

Due to the expansion of business within Ricardo’s Systems Engineering group we are actively searching for a Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems / Systems Integration Engineer to join our growing team and be involved at the forefront of electric and fuel cell vehicle development.

Job Description

Ricardo has multiple EV and Fuel Cell projects based at it’s US Detroit site and at customer locations and is looking to expand it’s vehicle integration capability in the areas of EV and Fuel Cells. This role will be based in the Detroit Technical Centre for the first 12 months on a hybrid basis. The successful candidate will then spend 12-18 months on the client's site and then transfer back to our technical centre in Detroit.

The role will involve integration of vehicle sub-systems into full vehicle packages, such as fuel cell power systems including both fuel cell stacks and balance of plant, electrified vehicle auxiliary systems. Working closely with the Chief Engineer to learn, understand and perform project tasks. Perform a variety of engineering tasks by applying engineering theory and principles. Capable of carrying out said theories in a practical environment. The Position is aimed at a self-driven engineer with leadership skills looking to progress and learn in their career.

Key Responsibilities 

• Commercial Vehicle experience – CDL nice to have.
• The successful candidate will support vehicle integration activities, related to electric and fuel cell powered vehicles, through all phases of the vehicle development processes.
  • Integration will involve mechanical and electrical interfaces on a variety of applications, immediately on commercial vehicles but in future to include automotive, marine, aerospace and industrial.
• As Such the candidate will be involved at all steps of the system design process:
• • Requirements capture and management, product definition, system and sub-system design and development, supplier identification, sourcing and management, build and commission prototypes & test and verification.
• Perform the role of Resident engineer on client programs requiring Ricardo on-site support. This can be where Ricardo development transfers to client sites and Ricardo assists the client with the transition including commissioning, production trials, start of production. This could also be necessary where the client contracts Ricardo to support with specific on-site tasks.
• Work closely with Design and Analysis teams to deliver a systems architecture to meet attribute targets for system and vehicle level requirements.
• Prepares and/or coordinates analytical design calculations, analytical techniques, simulations and testing; evaluates results, and analyses and interprets data obtained.
• DFM/DFA – experience working with manufacturing to develop processes.
• Liaises with project team members of various departments, internal management, and directly with suppliers, test houses and clients.
• Presents results and recommendations to project team and customers.
• Understands and works within project financial targets, time schedules and manages and prioritises all tasks required.  Communicates issues to Project Manager and Chief Engineer as they arise and assists in developing responses to those issues.
• Travel to partner and customer sites…US wide (start Mich, NC, …) 1yr min.

Key competencies and experience

• Qualify for CDL training.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline (System, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, etc).
• Minimum 5-8 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of BEV and FCEV architecture.
• Knowledge of heavy duty commercial vehicles and buses a plus.
• Proficient with a CAD system to view, manoeuvre, cut sections, measure dimensions, etc. is a plus.
• Proficient in BOM management.
• Ability to use of engineering design software (such as CATIA, CV, AutoCAD, or Pro E) as well as data acquisition software.
• Knowledge of systems requirements and software.
• Knowledge of GD&T and checking 2D manufacturing drgs for release to suppliers.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experienced in engineering documentation, FMEA, DVP&R, etc.
• Strong problem solving, (sign off vehicles, commissioning) analytical and experience of fault-finding techniques used in the Automotive industry a plus.
• Strong customer interfacing and negotiation skills; ability to influence.
• Strong ability to apply fundamental engineering principles.
• Initiative and interpersonal skills are essential, as are strong communication and presentation skills.

Working here

You will be warmly welcomed into our workplace where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, coming together to create a culture of inclusion. We will support you to find your place.

We will encourage you to use your passion and expertise to make a positive impact through the projects you work on.  Your knowledge and desire to bring about change will be invaluable in helping deliver innovative solutions that support communities across the globe in becoming safer and more sustainable.

Work-life balance 

We offer flexible approaches to work, whether that is working from home, being in the office, or as a hybrid worker. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowing employees to flourish and to achieve their full potential.

Benefits

We want you to know how much you are valued. Your remuneration and benefits package will reflect that. You will receive a range of benefits which include support for your physical and mental health. 

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, creed, gender identity. sexual orientation, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital or parental status (IL only), height, weight, national origin, citizenship status, age, domestic violence victim status, arrest record or conviction record (MI only), genetic information, military or veteran status or disability, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or municipal law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 

Next steps

Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases, we may start to review applications prior to the closing date.

Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team via recruit@ricardo.com if you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.

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