Optimal Staffing · 3 days ago
Product Design Release Engineer
Dearborn, MI
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expOptimal Staffing is seeking an experienced Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic engineer for the role of Product Design Release Engineer. The candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and release of switch components used throughout vehicles, ensuring compliance with customer expectations and OEM requirements.
AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationIndustrial Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Eric Morton
Responsibilities
This position is for a Switch Component Design and Release Engineer. The Core Component engineer will work with the Program Application Engineer(s) to design, develop and release a switch component for specific Programs
Work within a cross-function team (supplier, Program teams, studio, ergonomics, purchasing)
Utilize core engineering documents and core design rules to initiate and to lead Full-Service Supplier (FSS) delivery of DFMEA, DVP&Rs, 8D's, and all other program specific foundation documents
Create component specifications, Quality Documents and drawings with the FSS
Conduct technical design reviews with the component supplier
As needed, support /generate development of Functional Specifications, Engineering Specifications, Diagnostic Specifications
Work closely with suppliers and quality group to understand and improve R/1000, TGW concerns
Work closely with supplier, purchasing and OCE team to ensure Cost targets are met, and cost-efficient product is achieved
Design, development and release of switch components aligned with OEM Global Product Development System (GPDS) process/milestone deliverables
Lead component development/release and component concerns resolution utilizing OEM Product Development tools such as FEDE, FEDEBOM, TYGRA, WERS, VSEM, JIRA/JAMA, eFDVS, CDP&R, Integrator, DEMS/AIMS, etc
Attend/Lead/Support Commodity PATs and support Vehicle/Program Launch (as needed)
Some travel required to support OEM Assembly Plants and/or Supplier facilities, especially during Program Launch phase
Continuously improve D&R process by enhancing requirements based on lessons learned
Qualification
Required
Previous experience related to the product development of switches or other electrical/electronic components for automotive applications preferred
Previous experience related to the development of switches or other electrical/electronic components for automotive applications preferred
Experience in Design and Release project engineering; 3+ years' experience related to the development of electromechanical components
Ability to work independently without close supervision; self-starter
Past experience in working with/within a large, diverse cross-functional team
Program/Project and supplier management and negotiation experience
BS in Engineering (Either: Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics)
Preferred
Program / Project Management - Has experience with managing a project from inception to launch
Analytical skills - Experience in applying analytical disciplines in the product development process to come to applicable solutions
Leadership / Communications - Able to clearly/concisely speak to / guide various levels of team members (engineering, management) from 1:1 to larger audiences
MS in Engineering (Either: Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics)
Company
Optimal Staffing
At Optimal, we don’t just deliver what is asked. We go far beyond that, consistently exceeding customer expectations.
51-200 employees
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