Interior Design Release Engineer

Premier Staffing Solution • Warren, MI

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About The Position

We are seeking a Design Release Engineer (DRE) to support the development and integration of interior systems, with a focus on hard trim and overhead components. This role is responsible for driving product development from concept through production, ensuring quality, performance, and manufacturability. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented engineer with strong CAD experience, a systems mindset, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in product development or design engineering
• Experience working with interior components or similar engineered systems
• CAD & Product Definition: Proficiency in NX or similar CAD tools
• Strong understanding of 3D/2D design and component interfaces
• Release & Change Management: Experience with BOM management, part release, and engineering change processes
• Dimensional Engineering & Problem Solving: Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and manufacturing feasibility
• Experience resolving fit, finish, and ergonomic issues

Nice To Haves

• Experience with injection molded or compression molded components
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., DFSS, Red-X)
• Experience with DFMEA and PFMEA
• Previous experience in a Design Release Engineer (DRE) role

Responsibilities

• Lead development and integration of interior components, including hard trim and overhead systems
• Manage product lifecycle activities, including: Requirements definition Design execution Testing and validation
• Develop and maintain CAD models and product definitions using 3D/2D design tools
• Manage part release and change control processes, including bill of materials (BOM) updates and configuration management
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and suppliers
• Ensure designs meet requirements for fit, finish, ergonomics, safety, and performance
• Conduct dimensional analysis, including GD&T and tolerance stack-ups
• Support manufacturing feasibility reviews and resolve design and build issues
• Apply structured problem-solving methods to address quality and design c hallenges

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees