Optimal Staffing · 1 hour ago
Design Release Engineer
Dearborn, MI
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expOptimal Staffing is seeking a Design Release Engineer to serve as the primary technical interface between Ford and its suppliers. The role involves ensuring supplier compliance with quality standards and supporting product launches while driving issue resolution.
AutomotiveIndustrial AutomationIndustrial Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Rakshitha Sushma
Responsibilities
Implement commodity-specific business plans to ensure suppliers exceed expectations for launch readiness, quality, capacity, warranty, and on-time delivery
Lead cross-functional collaboration with internal Ford teams and supplier leadership to resolve open issues and drive continuous improvement
Serve as the principal on-site technical lead for troubleshooting, emergency containment, and corrective action implementation during critical supplier events
Ensure zero vehicle losses or production disruptions due to supplier-related issues
Monitor and enforce compliance with Ford’s quality and operational standards, including Q1 requirements
Drive early manufacturing feasibility assessments at supplier sites to ensure launch and production readiness
Lead and support execution of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) deliverables in alignment with program timelines
Analyze supplier performance using data-driven metrics to support strategic sourcing decisions and future quality improvements
Participate in supplier development initiatives, helping build long-term capability and alignment with operational excellence goals
Qualification
Required
3-5+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, advanced quality, process planning, implementation or launch of Interior Commodity manufacturing systems (Seats, IP's, consoles, headliners, door panels, restraints, seat structures)
3-5+ years of experience in one or more but not limited to the following Interior manufacturing processes: Stamping, Welding, Plastic Welding, Plastic/Rubber Molding, Blow Molding, Automated/Manual Assembly Process, Controls Automation programming, Paint, Chroming
Experience in Proven experience in PPAP, APQP, and quality systems
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
Ability to travel frequently to supplier sites up to 70%
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
Preferred
Preferred experience within automotive Interior Commodities or experience with similar manufacturing processes
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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