1. 3D Modeling & Design: Develop comprehensive 3D models and master assemblies for hub motors (in-wheel) and mid-drive units using CATIA, including housing, rotor/stator stacks, shafts, and cooling fins.
2. 2D Documentation: Generate detailed 2D production drawings, exploded-view manuals, and technical specifications for manufacturing and quality teams.
3. Precision Engineering: Apply advanced GD&T; (ASME Y14.5) to define transparent tolerance zones and datums, ensuring high-quality part interchangeability and functional performance.
4. Technical Analysis: Perform rigorous stack-up analysis (worst-case and RSS) and fitment analysis to prevent interference and ensure precise alignment within complex motor assemblies.
5. Material & Process Optimization: Select appropriate materials (e.g., high-grade steel, aluminum alloys) and optimize part geometry to balance weight, thermal dissipation, and cost.
6. Manufacturing Design (DfX): Design components specifically for casting, forging, and machining while adhering to DFM (Design for Manufacturing),
DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for Tooling) principles.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with electromagnetic engineers to integrate rotor/stator layouts and with tooling teams to ensure design feasibility for high-volume production.
8. Design-Led Problem Solving: Link warranty failures back to specific design parameters, such as GD&T; or material properties, to identify if dimensional variations or structural weaknesses caused the issue. [1]
9. Testing & Validation Support: Collaborate with testing teams to analyze data from environmental stress tests, vibration tests, and durability protocols to identify design-related failure modes.
10. Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA): Drive design changes and engineering revisions based on RCA findings to prevent recurrence and improve overall product reliability.
11. Reliability Documentation: Participate in DFMEA (Design Failure M