Body Structures Design Release Engineer (Job Code: 1018)

Responsible for leading the design, development, release, and validation of vehicle Body-in-White (BIW) components, which includes front end structures and cabin components from concept through production; design and develop cabin structures and BIW components such as mid-compartment modules, floor and roof panels, body side assemblies, and structural reinforcements and brackets; lead full product development lifecycle for structural body components including concept design, master section development, and detailed design, and GD&T and BOM creation and Teamcenter release; conduct feasibility studies considering performance, manufacturability (DFA/DFM), and joining techniques (2T and 3T welds), cost and mass targets, and compliance with FMVSS and NHTSA standards; collaborate with cross-functional teams including CAE, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, and Studio Design; utilize

CATIA, 3D

modeling, Altair Inspire Form, SimSolid, Teamcenter, Windchill, BOM, and release data management to perform duties; engage with suppliers to support design feasibility, prototyping, and production readiness; drive innovation in lightweighting through advanced material integration including high-strength steels, aluminum, and composite materials; apply material science principles to improve performance-to-weight ratio; support and lead virtual and physical validation activities; coordinate CAE/FEA simulations; execute and document physical test plans in compliance with industry standards; lead DFMEA efforts for assigned components and ensure robust engineering designs; and act as the technical owner for assigned BIW domains, ensuring timely release and alignment with vehicle program milestones.

Location:

2716 Daley Dr, Troy, MI 48083;

Salary:

$140,000 per year;

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or in a related field of study (will accept equivalent foreign degree);

Experience:

Five (5) years in the position above, as an Assistant Manager, as a Deputy Manager, as a Design Engineer, as a Design Release Engineer, as a Graduate Engineer, as a Manager - BIW & Exterior Trims, as a Packaging Engineer, as a Sr. Manager, or in a related occupation;