Release Engineer jobs in Michigan

Client: Auto OEM

Mode: Contract

Location: Allen Park, MI (100% onsite)

Position Description:

• Design and Release for powertrain components for future Performance vehicles.
• Position also includes responsibility will vary as program content change; component/subsystems may include air induction systems, secondary air pumps/brackets, front axle, rear axle, front half shaft, integrated wheel end disconnects, front driveshaft, rear driveshaft, and other powertrain components.
• D&R roles & responsibilities occasionally will be varied; "triage engineering” will involve a component/sub-system that is carryover but requires D&R ownership when issues evolve such as a test failure, commercial/releasing issue, assembly issues and so on.
• D&R engineer is the single point of contact for all aspects of the part design and systems engineering.
• Engineer must be fully competent with a minimum of 3 years' experience using systems such as FMA, FEDEDVP, FEDEBOM, SWT, AIMS, WERS, and other relevant tools and processes.
• Provide in-person support the testing, prototype builds and launch builds of upcoming Performance vehicles at assembly plants and test facilities.
• Interface & lead discussions daily with other D&R/systems engineers, attribute teams, suppliers, and management to ensure parts comply with required specifications and critical decisions are made efficiently.
• Must have 3plus years' experience delivering powertrain systems engineering and other powertrain components that meet program targets for quality, function, cost, weight, and timing.

Skills Preferred:

• Experience with program management tool Microsoft Project to develop Gantt Charts for program timeline, DV-PV, milestones, and deliverables desired.

Experience Required:

• 3 years of experience in Powertrain component Design and Release required.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills required.
• 3 years of experience with powertrain systems engineer, including function, validation, problem solving, etc.
• Must have experience/competency in PD systems and processes: WERS, FEDEBOM, FEDEDVP, GPDS, AIMS, Teamcenter, CATIA, etc.

Education Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering