Design and Release Engineer

Drive Innovation from Concept to Launch - Trailer Tow Module Design Engineer

Take the wheel in shaping the next generation of automotive towing solutions! Join a leading automotive innovator recognized for cutting-edge technology and world-class engineering as a Trailer Tow Module Design and Release Engineer. This role blends product design, system validation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure innovative trailer tow systems meet the highest quality and safety standards.

Hours & Pay

• Pay Rate: $46.06 per hour
• Schedule: Hybrid - In-office Monday through Thursday, with Friday onsite as needed

Benefits

This position offers a robust benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), AD&D insurance, commuter and parking accounts, employee discounts, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits enhance your work-life balance and career development opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Lead development of new trailer tow hardware, software, and systems, including packaging into the vehicle environment
• Conduct design reviews with internal teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Create and review quality documentation and ensure compliance with FMVSS and other regulatory requirements
• Develop and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP) across bench, HIL, and vehicle testing, tracking status via FEDE and JIRA
• Manage parts release processes in WERS and support programs through launch by leading issue resolution
• Collaborate with IVI, body exterior, and Vehicle Operations teams to ensure assembly and process requirements are met
• Travel to supplier facilities and assembly plants as needed to support design reviews, launches, APQP, and PPAP approvals
• Support warranty analysis and quality improvement initiatives by reviewing parts, tracking data, and presenting findings to management
• Utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, and vehicle network software for design, validation, and analysis

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Master's preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience in automotive electrical systems design, hardware, software, and systems testing
• Experience with vehicle network tools, such as CANalyzer
• Strong understanding of product design, design release processes, process validation, and embedded systems integration
• Experience with trailer tow control development and testing is a plus
• Proven ability to work in a hybrid environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

Ready to Take Your Engineering Career Further?

If you're passionate about designing innovative trailer tow systems and ensuring seamless integration into world-class vehicles, this is the role for you. Click Apply Now to join a team driving automotive innovation forward.

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