Electrical Hardware Design Release Engineer(s) - Audio and Switches

Rco Engineering•Roseville, MI

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated Product Development Engineer having experience with semi-conductors and electronic modules and who can deal with ambiguity and operate independently. Successful candidates will be driven to deliver innovative products that keep our customers safe. Must be a self-starter and must work effectively cross-functionally. Working as an Electrical Module Design Release Engineer (DRE) can provide one with a strong foundation of leadership skills. The Electrical Module HW DRE is responsible for definition of requirements, execution of design, analysis, development, testing and management of engineering projects for Electrical Module Components where creativity, initiative and independent judgment are involved. Additionally, the Electrical Module DRE provides technical direction over a Product Development Team consisting of engineers and engineering support personnel. Responsible for the technical project management and design release of a wireless charging system. This includes managing supplier timing; running PDT meetings; issue investigation and resolution; ensuring part deliveries to benches, vehicle retrofits, and assembly plants. Business group: oversees Project Engineers and Design Release Engineers (DREs) is part of the Vehicle Engineering Center (VEC). This group is responsible for: Product development Design release Engineering execution Validation and integration of vehicle components DREs are often aligned to specific commodity teams (e.g., exterior, interior, chassis, electrical systems) and work cross-functionally with groups such as: Design Studio Manufacturing Engineering Purchasing Quality Supplier Technical Assistance (STA)

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, math, or Computer Science
Minimum 2 years Electric Module Engineering
Advanced Engineering Principles & Theory: This includes a deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering depending on the commodity.
Candidates must be able to apply engineering knowledge to design, feasibility analysis, and technical integration across projects.
Cost Control & Performance Reporting: Ability to prepare and present cost-benefit analyses, track performance metrics, and manage resources effectively.
This requires both analytical skills and business acumen to align engineering decisions with financial goals
Knowledge of microcontroller architectures, memory technologies, and programming.
Understanding of hardware design and failure modes in electronic modules.
Knowledge of vehicle serial data communications.
Demonstrated proficiency in writing and comprehending software/hardware requirements.
Knowledge of software verification/validation processes.
Knowledge of testing and associated tools.
Capability to translate text based functional requirements into software algorithms and models
High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult
High degree of emotional intelligence.
Effective communication; written and verbal.
Good records keeping.

Nice To Haves

DFMEA training
Knowledge of software algorithm design and software architecture.
Engineering Change Management Experience
Electronic Validation Experience
DFSS Black Belt Certification
Vehicle Communication Tool Experience
Wiring experience
Design/Development of Safety Critical Systems/Components

Responsibilities

Create and maintain Interface Control Design (ICD) strategy and ICD templates
Develop & Maintain commodity specific documentation.
Generate and Maintain Global subsystem/component technical specifications templates. (SSTS/CTS)
Lead resolution of technical issues
"Close the Loop" on learnings by updating required information (Best Practices, GM Specifications, Statement of Requirements, Template, etc.) and document progress in Problem Resolution Tracking System.
Work cross-functionally within GM, coordinating multiple suppliers.
Lead/manage supplier resident engineers
Support sourcing activities
Generate technical solutions for current, new and major programs
Perform complex design analysis
Initiate documents to provide engineering authority and to maintain math/CAD data
Work with engineering functions, suppliers, plant personnel and others to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support build programs
Validation of your module

Benefits

RCO Engineering offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits.
We also offer short-term disability and FMLA benefits, a 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, as well as Bereavement Pay and Jury Duty Pay.

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