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ELECTRICAL DESIGN ENGINEER POSITION

Froude Inc., a manufacturer of highly-engineered engine testing products, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives and to support all electrical design functions related to dynamometer test equipment.

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major US and international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom.

This position will report to the Novi location with core work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. The salary will depend on experience and talent. We offer an excellent benefit package, progressive management, a global customer base and exposure to both high technology and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Support various groups of electrical and mechanical engineers responsible for high voltage DC and AC power supply designs and upgrades (at the system and component level) through concept, detailed design, integration and test, production release, and continuous improvement throughout the product’s life cycle
• Leads analysis of customer and system requirements and development of architectural approaches and detailed specifications for various power requirements products.
• Leads development of high-level and detailed electronic power supply designs consistent with requirements and specifications
• Create as well as update electrical schematics using SolidWorks Electric 2D and 3D
• Specify and size electrical parts based on customer requirements/specifications and calculations
• Interpret customer specs and scope of work details in order to design a system meeting customer requirement
• Troubleshoot /debug electrical machine controls
• Utilize Electrical CAD software to design and develop Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assemblies
• Create new component symbols and footprints and maintain existing component libraries
• Design hardware such as panel layouts
• Assist/troubleshoot electric equipment in conjunction with electrical technicians
• Power up, debug and calibrate dynamometer systems in the field
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards
• Organize and maintain engineering records
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of SolidWorks software (3+ years)
• Electronic troubleshooting, test system design and root cause analysis on dynamometer test cell systems
• Knowledge of US and International electrical codes
• Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, and assembly documentation preferred
• Experience with Altium Designer Software (a plus)
• Ability to travel to customer sites, expected travel 25 – 50%
• Ability to effectively communicate goals and objectives
• Ability to work under pressure and can remain calm in difficult situations
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
• Self-motivated with good written and verbal communication skills

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 3 years experience in electrical engineering
• Minimum 3 years experience with SolidWorks
• Engine test cell instrumentation and facility experience preferred
• Knowledge/expertise in power system architectures, design, and test preferred
• Experience with analyzing and defining equipment upgrades preferred
• Experience with the installation of new and modified dynamometer test cells preferred
• PLC and HMI programming experience preferred
• Experience with servo drives and variable frequency drives
• Customer service background extremely helpful

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

If this sounds interesting and you would like to be considered, please email your resume and cover letter to HR@froudedyno.com.

Date of Posting: January 2020
Position: TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE, Full Time
Location: Novi, Michigan USA

Froude Inc., a manufacturer of highly-engineered engine testing products, is seeking an experienced technical sales professional to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives.

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major US and international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom. This position will report to the Novi location with core work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Working remotely is not presently an option and applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

We seek a high-energy individual that will enjoy a variety of sales pursuits and initiatives. The ideal applicant will be talented, driven, and have a desire to be part of something new, changing and dynamic. The position requires an articulate go-getter, with the ability to use the latest technology tools and be skilled in Microsoft office products, as well as CRM software. We are looking for an individual that is willing to implement new, contemporary approaches, and be a source for positive change.

The successful applicant will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and aspires to learn, grow and be a positive influence in a small and growing team. Technical sales experience and aptitude is required (not necessarily a technical degree), and of equal importance is talent, ambition and high character.

Travel of approximately 30-50% will be expected and will include visiting North American customers and possibly global customers. Salary will depend on experience and talent. We offer an excellent benefits package, progressive management, a global customer base and exposure to both high technology and /manufacturing environments.

We are expanding, changing, and becoming a new company. If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in a ground floor opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to HR@froudedyno.com. 

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

Mechanical Design Engineer

Froude Inc., a manufacturer of highly-engineered engine testing products, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to support our company’s ambitious growth objectives.

We design, develop and manufacture engine dynamometer products and systems. Our customers include Ford, GM, Rolls Royce, Volkswagen, Siemens, GE, Pratt & Whitney and a variety of other major US and international companies. Froude is headquartered in Novi, Michigan and we have a manufacturing center in Worcester, United Kingdom.

We seek a detail-oriented, experienced and creative design engineer familiar with manufacturing processes. A strong mechanical aptitude, as well as drive and talent, is required as we move forward with a variety of design initiatives. The applicant must be authorized to work in the US.

This position will report to the Novi location with core work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST. Salary will depend on experience and talent. We offer an excellent benefit package, progressive management, a global customer base and exposure to both high technology and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Utilize SolidWorks to produce models and drawings
• Apply drawing tolerances using spec limits and GD&T
• Perform accurate tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all CAD work, and maintain well-organized records
• Research new materials and methods of development
• Construct prototypes and confirm designs with design/purchasing team
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards
• Organize and maintain existing engineering records
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Ability to balance aesthetics, functionality, and cost in design
• Creative flair and design ability
• Good visual and spatial awareness
• Understanding and ability to design for manufacturability
• Knowledgeable in layouts, sections, detail drawing development.
• Good knowledge of materials and their applications
• Ability to effectively communicate goals and objectives
• Ability to works under pressure and can remain calm in difficult situations
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years’ experience in mechanical design
• Metal fabrication processes preferred
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Product Development management experience preferred
• Project management experience preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

If this sounds interesting and you would like to be considered, please email your resume and cover letter to: HR@froudedyno.com

Job Type: Full-time

Date of Posting: January 2020
Position: MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Reference No.: FUKR-MDE-001
Location: Worcester, Worcestershire, UK
Salary: Competitive (Dependent upon Experience)

• 25 Days Plus Bank Holidays. Bank Holidays
• Pension, Company Benefits and 36.75 hour week
  (Mon-Thurs - 08:00am-16:30pm Fri 0800am-12:45pm).

Contract: Permanent

Job Overview

We are looking for a creative Mechanical Engineer to work on all product stages from research and development to design and manufacture, through to installation and final commissioning. The goal is to design and engineer dynamometer and related system mechanical components of innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full-lifecycle product development (design, develop, test prototypes, manufacture and implement)

• Design and provide drawings for systems and components that meet needs and requirements

• Confirms system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.

• Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.

• Supports the Production and Commissioning Departments during equipment build and installation.

• Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation processes.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

• Test and evaluate theoretical designs

• Identify, formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems

• Evaluate final product’s overall performance, reliability and safety

• Alter and modify design to meet requirements and to eliminate malfunctions

• Prepare product reports and documentation including but not limited to operational manuals, produce specifications, etc.

• Engage in lifelong learning and develop new theories or methods

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

General Statement

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and you may be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by changing roles and the overall business objectives of Froude

Requirements

• BSME degree required and preferably 5 years proven working experience in mechanical engineering

• Working experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

• Hands-on experience with computer-aided engineering (CAM) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAE)

• Experience with 2D or 3D engineering design and manufacturing tools, preferably Solid Works (e.g., AutoCAD or other)

• Adequate knowledge of engineering analysis tools (ANSYS, ProMechanica or similar)

• Mathematical computing and analysis tools knowledge (Matlab, Excel, LabView etc)

• Solid understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, etc.

• Creativity and analytical skills

• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner

• Manufacturing experience preferred

• Dynamometer engineering experienced preferred

Personal Attributes

• Integrity

• Inquisitive

• Energetic

• Determined

• Organized

• Good communicator – Written & Verbal

• Thorough

• Self-starter

If this sounds exciting and you’re interested in a ground floor opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter to: UKHR@froudedyno.com. Please be sure to include the reference number in the subject line of your email: Mechanical Design Engineer, Ref No: FUKR-MDE-001

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.