Design Release Engineer – Interior Hard trim

Net2Source•Long Beach, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Release Engineer, Interior Hard Trim, is responsible for end-to-end development of vehicle components and systems, from concept through production release. The role calls for strong 3D design capability, a deep understanding of engineering requirements, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions. The position is based in Long Beach, California, with a hybrid schedule of four days onsite and one day remote per week. The assignment is 12+ months, with the possibility of extension or conversion to full-time employment.

Responsibilities

Create and develop components using 3DX CAD and independently design parts.
Apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional variation analysis to support robust designs.
Conduct system- and component-level design in line with program requirements.
Design to meet customer, regulatory, functional, quality, DFA, service, packaging, and clearance requirements.
Use CAE, physical testing, and analytical methods to validate design integrity.
Assess tooling, manufacturing, supplier sub-assembly, and vehicle assembly feasibility.
Evaluate surface feasibility, fit and finish, and craftsmanship considerations when applicable.
Perform interface and assembly feasibility studies covering packaging, static and dynamic clearances, joint analysis, GD&T datum schemes, and dimensional variation analysis.
Maintain comprehensive design documentation and quality history.
Support technical reviews using DFMEA, DVPR, SCCAF (SC & CC), PFMEA, Control Plans, Robustness Checklists, Demonstration Matrices, Boundary Diagrams, Interface Matrices, and P-Diagrams.
Develop and manage engineering transmittals, feature definitions, and documentation for electrical and software interfaces.
Use PLM systems, including BOM management, to control design data and release processes.
Manage engineering timing to support prototype builds, validation phases, and program milestones.
Prepare RFQ packages and support sourcing activities with purchasing and supplier teams.
Evaluate and track landed cost, vendor tooling (F&T), ED&T as applicable, and other impacts to the program business case.
Oversee engineering development expenses, including prototype parts, tooling, and other engineering-related costs.