Electrical Engineer at Aptiv

Troy, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Previous experience with embedded microcontroller design
  • 1 - 4 years relevant electronics design experience and can demonstrate abilities
  • 1 - 4 years' experience with analog/digital design and simulation experience; including, but not limited to: power supplies, filters, op-amps, vehicle communications (CAN & LIN), microprocessors, memory interfaces, high speed communications (I2C, SPI, UART, etc.)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of proper design methods to optimize for RFI, EMI and ESD to be compliant with automotive specifications
  • Experience with design validation and test planning
  • Previous experience with simulation and schematic capture tools
  • Previous experience using bench equipment including oscilloscopes, power supplies, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, etc
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Project, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Visio, etc.)
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required
  • Strong results-orientation and execution characteristics
  • Resourceful, innovative and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to work effectively with people

Responsibilities

  • Work directly with automotive OEMs and other Tier 1 suppliers to design products that meet customer functional, EMC and electrical requirements
  • Develop product schematics using schematic capture software and oversee and/or create PCB layouts
  • Complete peer reviews and create change documentation for engineering changes
  • Develop new circuit building blocks and evaluate new components
  • Work with supply chain management to provide cost analysis of Bill of Material (BoM) and component cost tradeoffs
  • Negotiate design validation plan with the customer and manage its execution at test labs
  • Conduct detailed benchmarking, competitive and cost-tradeoff analysis for area of responsibility
  • Perform simulations, worst case circuit analysis, FMEAs, and similar systematic design analysis to verify robust performance
  • Perform bench level debugging, testing and prototyping
  • Provide risk assessment and perform root cause analysis of product performance deviations using standard practices (fault tree analysis, fishbone diagrams, 5-why, etc)
  • Complete steps and documentation as necessary for following Aptiv product development process flow
  • Work with validation team to assist in developing proper equipment and processes for Design Validation (DV) and Product Validation (PV) of product
  • Participate in design process audits for adherence to IATF process standards
  • Mentor other department Electrical Engineers in proper practices, industry standards and best practices
  • Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements
  • Create and conduct technical presentations to explain and sell new product designs
  • Support the cross-functional team including software engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, ECAD, MCAD, manufacturing, quality and SCM

Skills

Schematic Capture
PCB Layout
EMC
Switch Mode Power Supplies
Inverters
LVDS Transceivers
HDMI Receivers
USB Hubs
Embedded MCU
Bluetooth
NFC
802.11n
Simulations
FMEA
Root Cause Analysis

Aptiv

Develops integrated systems for vehicles

About Aptiv

Aptiv develops integrated vehicle systems for the automotive industry, focusing on software-defined vehicles. Their products help tackle challenges related to autonomous driving, vehicle electrification, and advanced safety features. Aptiv collaborates with major car manufacturers and other mobility stakeholders to enhance vehicle performance and safety through their technological solutions. Unlike many competitors, Aptiv emphasizes a partnership model, providing ongoing support and integration of their systems into vehicles. The company's goal is to improve the overall driving experience and safety in vehicles while advancing the future of mobility.

Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1994Year Founded
$7.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Amazon's entry into connected cars increases competition for Aptiv.
Investment in MAXIEYE exposes Aptiv to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
Oragadam plant expansion may strain finances if demand doesn't meet expectations.

Differentiation

Aptiv integrates software and systems for autonomous driving and vehicle electrification.
The company collaborates with major car manufacturers for software-defined vehicle solutions.
Aptiv operates 14 technical centers globally, enhancing its R&D capabilities.

Upsides

Aptiv's investment in MAXIEYE expands its presence in the Chinese automotive market.
The Oragadam plant expansion increases production capacity for advanced vehicle systems.
Participation in CES 2025 showcases Aptiv's leadership in automotive technology innovation.

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