Design and Release Engineer

Design And Release Engineer Fascia/Bumper/Grill

Responsibilities:

• The Design and Release Engineer Fascia/Bumper/Grill will be responsible for developing components/systems from initial design concept through full volume production.
• The Design and Release Engineer will provide feasibility input for development of designs from Product Design Office (PDO) concepts, sketch, and clay models.
• Establish and manage development timeline for life of project.
• Develop functional objectives, build objectives, DVPR, and DFMEA for components.
• The Engineer will lead design, while leveraging external design source and/or internal CAD design resource.
• The Engineer will be responsible for the release of completed component geometry using Teamcenter/NX CAD tools.
• Validate virtual designs using CAE resources and perform physical validation via component, system, and vehicle level testing.
• Manage internal documentation for release of systems.
• Plan and oversee tool construction and production of assemblies.
• Onsite support for vehicle pilot builds and production launch at assembly plant.
• Responsible for root cause analysis and determination of corrective action for issues with assembly, fit/finish, and functional performance.
• Analyze and remediate warranty, identify cost reduction opportunities on production of systems, candidate will also be responsible for safety compliance report documents.

Requirements:

• Automotive industry experience (required)
• Minimum 1+ year of experience
• Design Release Engineer (DRE) experience
• Must be true release experience, not just design support
• Experience supporting product launches
• Plant or supplier launch exposure required
• Experience with exterior automotive components
• Strong focus on plastic components such as: Fascias, Grilles, Cladding, Trim / appliques
• Experience managing complex assemblies or multi-part systems
• Ability to clearly explain hands-on responsibilities and ownership of work

Preferred:

• 3 - 8+ years of relevant experience (preferred range)
• Experience at an OEM (strongly preferred) or relevant Tier 1 supplier
• Experience with Class A or painted exterior surfaces
• Some interior experience with complex components (secondary)
• Experience working cross-functionally with: Strong understanding of automotive release and development processes

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

We offer attractive, competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, short-term disability, AD&D, tuition reimbursement, and more. If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, let's talk. Please visit to learn more.

Zobility is RGBSI's workforce management and staffing division. RGBSI is a multi-national corporation headquartered in Troy, MI with branches throughout the USA, Canada, Germany, and India.