Attribute Integration Engineer, Body and Interior Accessories

Slate Auto; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate Auto in the USA seeks an Attribute Integration Engineer, Body and Interior Accessories to lead the integration and validation of accessory attributes across the vehicle platform.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure Accessory systems meet performance, quality, and customer experience targets throughout the product development lifecycle, reporting to the Engineering Manager, Accessory Integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of automotive vehicle development experience within Body and Interior at the component level, system level, and vehicle level, including target setting, feasibility, integration, and validation at the vehicle level.
• Design Release Engineering experience is a plus.
• Accessory or aftermarket part experience is a plus.
• Broad vehicle development process knowledge, including how to set technical targets, work with teams to determine feasibility (virtually and physically), and validate with statistical confidence.
• Functional experience with all NHTSA / FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, or other regulatory requirements.
• Technical writing and documentation experience is required.
• Excellent team building and relationship building skills, including the ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast‑paced start‑up and new model launch environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Development of vehicle level targets and implementation for all SAPs, while serving as a voice of the customer for the complete vehicle.
• Oversee vehicle integration of all Accessories and SAPs, including requirements, feasibility (virtually and physically), and validation at the vehicle level.
• Identify and resolve Accessory integration and design issues as the vehicle is developed.
• Lead Accessory and SAP team meetings, working with all product development teams, including systems and components, packaging, manufacturing, accessories, and service to ensure the technical targets are set, solutions are optimized for all stages of the vehicle’s life, and validation is executed.
• Lead the team in problem resolution, with the ability to present recommended solutions to the management team.
• Maintain vehicle level scorecards with input from the team.

Skills

Vehicle development experience

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Technical writing

Team leadership

Communication skills

MS Office

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for an energetic, experienced and effective Attribute Integration Engineer, Body and Interior Accessories to lead the development, integration, and validation of Body and Interior accessory attributes across the vehicle platform. This role is responsible for defining requirements and ensuring vehicle-level performance at the interface of Slate Access Points (SAPs), enabling seamless integration of accessory parts and supporting customer vehicle personalization. The Attribute Integration Engineer will drive cross‑functional collaboration to ensure Accessory systems meet performance, quality, and customer experience expectations throughout the product development lifecycle. This individual will oversee key aspects of accessory integration and serve as a critical link between engineering teams to deliver robust, customer‑focused solutions. The Attribute Integration Engineer, Body and Interior Accessories will help to oversee many aspects of our product and report to the Engineering Manager, Accessory Integration.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Development of vehicle level targets and implementation for all SAPs, while serving as a voice of the customer for the complete vehicle.
• Oversee vehicle integration of all Accessories and SAPs, including requirements, feasibility (virtually and physically), and validation at the vehicle level.
• Identify and resolve Accessory integration and design issues as the vehicle is developed.
• Lead Accessory and SAP team meetings, working with all product development teams, including systems and components, packaging, manufacturing, accessories, and service to ensure the technical targets are set, solutions are optimized for all stages of the vehicle’s life, and validation is executed.
• Lead the team in problem resolution, with the ability to present recommended solutions to the management team.
• Maintain vehicle level scorecards with input from the team.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years of automotive vehicle development experience within Body and Interior at the component level, system level, and vehicle level, including target setting, feasibility, integration, and validation at the vehicle level.
• Design Release Engineering experience is a plus.
• Accessory or aftermarket part experience is a plus.Broad vehicle development process knowledge, including how to set technical targets, work with teams to determine feasibility (virtually and physically), and validate with statistical confidence.
• Functional experience with all NHTSA / FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, or other regulatory requirements.
• Technical writing and documentation experience is required.
• Excellent team building and relationship building skills, including the ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast‑paced start‑up and new model launch environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 20%).
• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start‑up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

About Us

At Slate, we've got one job: building a vehicle you'll fall in love with, right here in the USA. We believe that car buyers—not car companies—should call the shots. We like looking at a road, not a screen. We don't like paying for stuff we don't need. We like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges, not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.