Body Electronics Design Release Engineer - OEM Contract

Job Description

Job Description

Body Electronics Design Release Engineer – OEM Contract

Metro Detroit, Michigan

Contract Opportunity | $45–$52/hour

On-Site | Full-Time

Benefits Begin Day 1 | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Competitive Benefits Package

Position Overview

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking a Body Electronics Design Release Engineer to support the development of next-generation all-electric pickup trucks and rugged SUVs for an iconic automotive brand transforming the EV marketplace.

This role will focus on the electrical hardware design of body electronics modules, sensors, and actuators—from concept through design validation, testing, and manufacturing launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical hardware design of body electronics modules, sensors, and actuators within assigned areas of responsibility
• Support development from clean sheet design through virtual development, validation, testing, sign-off, and manufacturing launch
• Partner with Purchasing and Finance teams to develop technical specifications supporting quoting and sourcing activities
• Collaborate with Cariad, VW Group module owners, and suppliers to release body control components
• Perform virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing
• Ensure all designs meet safety standards and U.S. government regulations
• Identify opportunities to improve overall consumer experience and propose system enhancements
• Support the design and development of production facilities for electric trucks and SUVs
• Manage supplier resources to ensure delivery of components that meet cost, timing, and quality targets
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in body electrical systems, electromechanical systems, or related automotive engineering roles
• Experience across product development phases including design, testing, and launch
• Strong technical knowledge of body control systems and engineering problem-solving methodologies
• Experience applying Six Sigma principles to engineering design and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools or direct experience in CAE environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across multiple organizational levels

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive OEM experience preferred
• Experience supporting EV platforms or advanced vehicle electronics programs
• Supplier management and launch support experience
• Experience with design verification, validation testing, and manufacturing integration

If you’re passionate about automotive innovation and want to help shape the future of electric vehicles, we’d love to connect.

 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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