The Role We are looking for an initiative-taking engineer who is driven to deliver innovative, customer-facing components in Vehicle Access Controls Hardware. Must be a self-starter and must work effectively cross-functionally. Working as a Vehicle Access Controls Hardware (VAC-HW) Design Release Engineer (DRE) can provide one with a solid foundation of leadership skills. The VAC-HW DRE is responsible for definition of requirements, execution of design, analysis, development, testing, validation, and program management of engineering projects for VAC-HW Components where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved. Additionally, the VAC-HW DRE provides technical direction over a Product Development Team (PDT) consisting of engineers and engineering support personnel. Activities include managing supplier timing; running PDT meetings; issue investigation and resolution; ensuring part and/or software deliveries to benches, vehicles, and assembly plants. VAC-HW components currently include the following: Power Closures ECUs and Sensors, Remote Function Receiver, Antennas, Key Fobs, Folding Top Controller, Universal Garage Door Opener, Tire Pressure Sensors, and Trailer Integration Modules At this level of Design Release Engineer VAC HW you are expected to operate with a high level of independent discernment and are typically responsible for implementing functional strategy, administering and coordinating programs, counseling and advising management. As a fully-qualified Design Release Engineer VAC HW who has thorough knowledge and understanding of all aspects of the function, you will provide expert judgment and analysis for the design, development and implementation of technical products and systems. Resolve highly complex technical issues and conducts advanced research. Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Skilled and proficient with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Rely mostly on extensive personal experience and discernment to plan and accomplish goals. You will perform multiple tasks. Lead and likely direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.