ALTEN Technology USA · 4 hours ago
Design and Release Engineer-Interior Seats
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expALTEN Technology USA is an engineering company that assists clients in bringing innovative ideas to life across various sectors including automotive and aerospace. The Design Release Engineer for Interior Seats will lead the design release process for seat assemblies, ensuring they meet comfort, safety, and manufacturing objectives through collaboration with multiple teams.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead component specification generation for seat assemblies (frames, mechanisms, cushions, motors, trim) based on vehicle-level requirements
Drive the design release workflow: develop DFMEA, DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report), work product documentation, change orders, and BOM/EBOM updates
Perform design reviews (structural, thermal, ergonomic, durability) and collaborate with CAE/FEA groups to validate seat systems
Interface with Tier-1 seat suppliers and internal manufacturing, ensuring feasibility of design, manufacturability, cost targets, and timing
Support proto builds, pilot runs, and production launches at interior component plants; resolve launch-related issues
Manage engineering change orders (ECOs), maintain traceability of design changes, and update PLM/release systems
Investigate warranty and field quality concerns for seat systems; lead root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation
Maintain and manage technical documentation, service bulletins (if applicable), audit packages, and compliance records for interior seats
Work closely with cross-functional teams (comfort/ergonomics, NVH, safety, manufacturing, quality) to ensure integrated seat system performance
Monitor schedule, cost, risk for seat module release and report status to program leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related discipline
Minimum 5 years of relevant automotive interior component development or release engineering experience (seats preferred)
Strong familiarity with mechanical CAD (e.g., NX, CATIA), 2D drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes (stamping, welding, injection molding, assembly)
Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, BOM/EBOM, ECO change management, and PLM/release systems (e.g., Teamcenter)
Excellent problem-solving skills and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering or related field
Experience specifically with seat system design, comfort/ergonomics, motors/actuators, or interior trim integration
Knowledge of manufacturing launch, seat durability testing, ergonomic assessment, and supplier management
Prior experience in automotive interior component release process from concept to production is highly desirable
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace.
Company
ALTEN Technology USA
ALTEN Technology USA is an engineering consulting company. It is a sub-organization of Alten.
501-1000 employees
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Mark Henault
Chief Technology Officer at Alten Technology
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Chief Administrative Officer
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