P101015 Design & Release Engineer (DRE) Interior Cockpit Contract

Job Title: (P101015 Design & Release Engineer (DRE) - Interior Cockpit - Contract)

About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills MI Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value passion excellence empowerment and happiness creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources incentives and flexibility that they need to support a healthy balanced and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Job Description

This role will be responsible for leading the Cockpit components development validation and integration of cockpit trim components including IP carrier PAB chutes bins glove box and finish trim for Slate vehicles ensuring that cockpit trim target performance and features as well as FMVSS requirements are met. The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicles technical specifications and performance targets. Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation this position will ensure Slates quality performance and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
Lead safety validation development material selection and launch of cockpit system components (bins trims glove box IP door panels and more)
Work with internal and externa safety departments to ensure component level and system level testing is completed and meeting cockpit targets (DVP FMVSS and system level targets)
Ensure validation of the cockpit systems reviewing test loads set ups reports and results for both internal and external testing.
Ensure packaging compatibility interface alignment and system level functionality.
Lead product development material selection tooling reviews and launch of new components from concept to launch
Conduct supplier and internal technical reviews to ensure packaging and design issues are addressed/resolved.
Work with affected teams to ensure that plastic trim components (like removable trim covers bin doors bins more) are properly accommodated by the Cockpit system.
Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components including attaching hardware and joint design.
Define and integrate critical characteristics (CC/SC) with adjacent systems.
Deliver products to meet quality and reliability requirements and arrive on time for program milestones with all necessary PPAP documentation
Support prototype builds DV/PV and launch readiness
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field is required. Masters degree is preferred.
5 years of experience in automotive Cockpit System engineering.
Applications-specific experience in at least 3 of the following areas / components:
Cockpit complete FMVSS IIHS and other 3rd party rating validation.
Cockpit and trim plastic design.
Interior trim plastic materials and injection molding
Experience working within a PLM and releasing components and processing engineering changes.
Functional experience with all NHTSA / FMVSS CARB EPA FCC or other regulatory requirements.
Ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
Highly adaptable and proactive excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint).
Location : (TroyMI)
Disclaimer:
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation age non-disqualifying physical or mental disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications merit and business need.
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Kyyba at

Rewards:
Medical dental vision
401k
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client

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Required Experience:

IC