Design Release Engineer – Cockpit (Instrument Panel, Console & Doors)

ALTEN Technology USA•Auburn Hills, MI

15h

About The Position

ALTEN Technology USA is hiring a Design Release Engineer focused on cockpit components, including the Instrument Panel and associated Console and Doors. The role is responsible for design, development, and production release, ensuring components meet performance, quality, safety, and cost requirements throughout the product lifecycle. The engineer collaborates with internal teams and external suppliers on design feasibility, technical specifications, validation testing, risk assessment, and production processes to support successful integration of robust interior designs into the vehicle. The position drives Instrument Panel development from concept through production release, with additional scope covering Console and Doors. It provides technical guidance on design issues, material selection, and process problems; establishes component, vehicle, and durability validation strategies; leads DFMEA and other risk assessment activities; and develops system and subsystem technical specifications. The role also works with manufacturing, quality, testing, and vehicle integration teams to coordinate implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
3 to 5/6 years of relevant design/development engineering experience, particularly in Interior Systems.
Proven experience with Instrument Panels and exposure to Console and Doors.
Experience with CAD tools, design validation processes (DVP), and DFMEA.
Proficiency in plastic injection molding and trim assembly processes.
Knowledge of Instrument Panel architecture, including airbag integration and cross-car beam, as well as Console and Door panel design.
Knowledge of ergonomic design and HMI integration.
CAD expertise for packaging and design.
Understanding of safety and regulatory requirements.
Experience with fit and finish and perceived quality optimization.
Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interface professionally with cross-functional teams and management.

Responsibilities

Drive the design and development of Instrument Panel components, with additional scope on Console and Doors, from concept through production release.
Collaborate with Instrument Panel, Console, and Doors suppliers on design feasibility, manufacturability, cost, and adherence to engineering standards.
Provide technical guidance and support to resolve design issues, material selection challenges, and process problems.
Develop and implement component, vehicle, and durability validation testing strategies to ensure performance requirements are met.
Lead risk assessment activities, including Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), to improve design robustness and mitigate potential issues.
Generate and manage technical documentation, including system and subsystem technical specifications.
Partner with manufacturing, quality, testing, and vehicle integration teams to ensure effective implementation and integration of interior designs.