Senior Discipline Engineer - Systems Design

Valeo • Troy, MI

20d

About The Position

Valeo is a global technology company and automotive supplier that designs mobility solutions focused on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. The Systems Design Engineer works on engineering projects, applying existing design rules and Valeo standards to deliver technical solutions. The role includes awareness of project budgets and efficient use of resources, participation in problem solving, preparation of technical documentation, and ongoing technical development. The engineer also supports junior engineers, adopts digital tools and processes, contributes to continuous improvement and innovation, and collaborates with colleagues and stakeholders. Valeo describes its work as contributing to greener, safer, and smarter mobility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 3–5+ years of experience in related fields.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with features associated with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate awareness of project budgets and optimize resource use within the scope of work.
• Execute technical solutions for engineering tasks within defined projects, focusing on Newness levels 1–2 (fully applied or design based on existing rules).
• Participate in problem-solving initiatives under senior engineers’ guidance, using Valeo methodologies such as QRQC to analyze issues and contribute to solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, including reports, specifications, and presentations.
• Develop technical skills and knowledge within the discipline and keep up with industry trends and advancements.
• Provide technical guidance and onboarding support to Discipline Junior Engineers.
• Apply existing design standards in accordance with Valeo guidelines and best practices.
• Adopt digital tools and processes from the discipline’s Digitalization Roadmap.
• Identify opportunities for optimization and suggest improvements to existing processes.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve existing solutions or develop new approaches.
• Develop awareness of intellectual property protection and help identify potentially patentable inventions.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders and collaborate with engineering colleagues and team members to achieve project objectives.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth.
• Work in a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration.
• Opportunity to work on advanced technologies for greener, safer, and smarter mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior