Roof Mechanisms Systems Design & Release Engineer

MARTIN Technologies•Dearborn, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

MARTIN Technologies is seeking a Roof Mechanisms Systems Design & Release Engineer to support product development at its customer facility in Dearborn, Michigan. The role supports the design, development, validation, release, and implementation of moonroofs, convertible tops, alternative roof systems, and movable backlite mechanisms. The engineer works with suppliers and engineering teams to deliver systems that meet performance, quality, cost, weight, and timing targets. The position is 100% onsite, five days per week, on the morning shift, with overtime as required. Supplier and plant-site travel may be required. Applicants must currently reside in the United States and be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered. Candidates relocating within the United States must do so at their own expense and be available onsite from the first day.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field.
At least 2 years of engineering experience in the design, development, or launch of automotive mechanisms; relevant internships and coursework may count toward this experience.
CAD capability using systems such as CATIA, 3DX, or Teamcenter, including opening assemblies, creating sections, and measuring components.
Experience with product development, engineering drawings, tolerance analysis, and function-driven GD&T.
Familiarity with CAE tools and applying engineering analysis to design decisions.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, metrology, quality requirements, and costing.
Experience with DFMEA and structured problem-solving methods such as 8D, 5 Why, fishbone, or Six Sigma.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to prioritize multiple issues, show initiative, and communicate clearly.
Availability to work 100% onsite, five days per week, from day one, with overtime as required.
Ability to support supplier and plant-site travel as required.
Must currently reside in the United States and be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Nice To Haves

Design and release experience with moonroofs, convertible tops, movable backlites, or related body exterior mechanisms.
Knowledge of glass/glazing, materials, manufacturing technologies, and mechatronics.
Experience with PFMEA, SCCAF, phased PPAP, and statistical process control.
Understanding of reliability, confidence calculations, statistical distributions, and process capability reports.
Experience managing complex system issues and changing vehicle requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead supplier development activities for roof mechanisms and related components throughout the product lifecycle.
Deliver designs that meet system requirements, design rules, applicable regulatory requirements, and manufacturing assembly needs.
Manage system interfaces and attributes, including packaging, design feasibility, NVH, water management, craftsmanship, and crash safety.
Drive design improvements to enhance quality and optimize cost and weight.
Review drawings, 3D models, GD&T, tolerance stackups, CAE results, and dynamic simulations.
Develop and maintain DFMEAs, SCCAFs, boundary diagrams, P-diagrams, and Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&Rs).
Identify and coordinate functional, durability, and validation testing.
Support engineering concepts, statements of work, sourcing, and piece-cost and tooling reviews.
Release and update parts in FEDEBOM and WERS; review and approve CAD in Teamcenter.
Apply GPDS knowledge to establish delivery plans and support program milestones.
Lead technical design reviews and prepare presentations for engineering and management audiences.
Resolve design, manufacturing, and quality concerns using structured root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Support prototype requirements, supplier engagement, plant sign-offs, and production issue resolution.
Assess program and product changes and coordinate required engineering updates.