Design & Release Engineer (DRE) - Interior Trim Plastics - Contract

Job-ID Reference Job Title: (P Design & Release Engineer (DRE) - Interior Trim Plastics - 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 DescriptionThis role will be responsible for leading the design, development, and integration of cockpit trim components including IP doors, bins, and finish trim for vehicles, ensuring that cockpit trim target performance and features, as well as FMVSS requirements, are met. The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicle’s technical specifications and performance targets. Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation, this position will ensure quality, performance, and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.WHAT YOU GET TO DOLead design, development, material selection and launch of cockpit system components (bins, trims, glove box, IP door panels and more)Ensure packaging compatibility, interface alignment, and system level functionality.Lead product development, material selection, tooling reviews and launch of new components from concept to launchConduct 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 documentationLead Design and Component Integration reviews for each component / system at required milestones.Engage with Accessories, Body, Restraints, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH, Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation and Verification to deliver robust IP Trim Plastics to production that meet vehicle level performance and component requirements.Ensure validation of the cockpit systems, reviewing test loads, set ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing.Support prototype builds, DV/PV and launch readinessWHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAMBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required. Master's 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 moldingExperience 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: (Troy,MI) 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. 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