Position Name: Cooling Component Development

Brief description of the position:

• This position assumes full responsibility for EV/ xEV cooling system components  within VCTC as the component FOP (father of parts) and reports to the YHF (Thermal concept & component development)
• Responsible for the design and release of cooling system components in accordance with technical requirements and VW process requirements.

Key Tasks:

• Responsible for cooling system  components design and release, including technical requirements (LAH),  math data, design validation& plan 
• Responsible for cooling components performance, includes geometry, material, function, performance etc.
• Responsible for all development relevant tasks, like material testing, component level testing,  supplier in house simulation& testing ,  durability testing 
• Technical release responsibility for project milestones release(P/B/BMG/K)  according to project timing and VW requirements
• Component CAD data generation and release,  GD&T, DOE, DMU check,   component DFM/ DFA feasibility, bill of material(BOM) creation 
• Issue solving:  testing issues, production problems, after-sales complaints, engineering failure mode identification etc.
• Supplier nomination and project management:  
  - Support the supplier nomination process, evaluate supplier development capabilities, technical concept and  time plan etc.
  - Supplier coordination during whole component development process on design frozen, sample preparation, test plan, and release etc. 
• Change management (Aeko, AeA, AWE) , generate change requests and track status as per project timing 
  Evaluate and implement changes triggered by design, production, quality, supplier etc. 
• Benchmarking analysis for cooling system components, in regards of material, functionality, standards, weight, vehicle performance, material cost analysis 
• Cooperation with internal and external partners for the activities above  
• Performing individual task-related duties in accordance with the knowledge and experience of the position holder.
• Advising other people holding positions at VCIC, its subsidiaries/associate companies, or cooperating organizations upon request and in consultation with the appropriate people responsible.

Qualification and skills required for the position:

• Bachelor’s degree or above, major in mechatronics, power and energy engineering, mechanical engineering or other related fields.
• 3 years+ work experience in xEV thermal management component development field
• Experience with project management and supplier management experience
• Familiar with xEV Thermal management system principle, components technical requirement
• Familiar with CAD tools like CATIA
• Experience on product  development and lifecycle management
• Deep understanding of automotive development processes and procedures
• Proficiency in MS office
• Familiar with agile working methods and Jira-System is a plus
• Fluent English communication skills, German language is a plus
• Good communication skills and team spirit.