Design Release Engineer - Exterior Trim and Underhood Trim

Goken•Long Beach, CA

2d•$55 - $63

About The Position

The Design Release Engineer (DRE) owns the design of Exterior Trim and Underhood Trim components, systems, and subsystems for vehicle programs from concept through production, release, and launch. The role partners with internal teams responsible for design, validation, procurement, and manufacturing, as well as suppliers and other vehicle functions. The engineer is accountable for component and subsystem design quality, technical documentation, and achieving cost, investment, weight, performance, and quality targets. The position also provides technical support for development issue analysis, coordinates design reviews, and supports prototype and production build activities. Travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
At least 3 years of experience acting as a DRE for Exterior Trim or Underhood Trim, such as leafscreens and cowlscreens.
Knowledge and working experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
CAD knowledge and working experience creating and modifying 3D models and drawings; CATIA is required.
Experience developing or maintaining DFMEAs and managing design risk.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional group setting, including providing essential technical guidance to senior management.
Ability to work independently and lead, coach, and mentor others.
Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling.

Responsibilities

Design and release assigned vehicle system components and assemblies from concept to production.
Develop and mature components from concept through production.
Establish and achieve targets for cost, investment, weight, performance, and quality.
Coordinate engineering designs and systems with purchasing, suppliers, testing, manufacturing, other vehicle subsystems, and other functions.
Ensure the quality of component and/or subsystem 3D CAD and technical drawings.
Work with suppliers to create component specifications and requirements.
Provide technical support and system analysis for root cause analysis of development issues.
Provide professional reports and system documentation using information from design responsible engineers.
Coordinate, lead, and participate in design reviews.
Work cross-functionally to implement cost reductions and product improvements and support prototype and production build activities.
Stay up to date on relevant new technology and products.
Travel as required.
Perform other duties as needed.