Winches Design Engineer

Social network you want to login/join with: Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities. Position Summary In this role, you will be part of the Winches design team. You will be responsible for defining and designing the most suitable solutions to meet our customers' requirements, in accordance with standards and internal design best practices. Starting from requirements provided by customers or the sales team, you will develop a solution proposal and follow the design lifecycle through all phases (planning, design, calculation, standards compliance, documentation, testing monitoring). You will also support other functions (sales, purchasing, manufacturing, and assembly) with technical assistance from the engineering team. Main opportunities and challenges: Opportunity to join a dynamic design environment Opportunity to learn and improve winch design and simulation methods Challenge: create a new patent – introduce new solutions with additive manufacturing Main Responsibilities Design new solutions (winches) according to requirements and standards Create 3D and 2D CAD models & Bill of Materials Evaluate and manage design change requests Calculate and verify designed solutions (gears, main components, electric/hydraulic actuation) Define test plans for identified solutions Job Position Requirements Education: University master's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Management Engineering Professional background in: Winch companies Electronic companies Gearbox companies Automotive companies 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, construction, machinery, and equipment. Hard Skills Mechanical design & drawing English (B2 level, certification considered a plus) Office & productivity tools Soft Skills Note: If you are not contacted within 60 days after your application, the search should be considered filled. In compliance with law obligations and GDPR, your application could be considered for further opportunities aligned with your profile. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters As per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless engaged for a specific opening. Resumes submitted unsolicited are considered without obligation, and Dana reserves the right to hire without any fee owed to the recruiter. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, IT

Posted Date: 11/3/2025