BIW Design Release Engineer - Upper Body Structures

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Design Release Engineer for BIW upper body structures to own the design, development, and release of components. You will perform parametric modeling using NX and coordinate with suppliers and internal plants to meet milestones and performance targets.

The role requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing, with responsibilities spanning CBOM management, DFMEA and DVP&R planning, and on-site launch support to address fit and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in automotive sheet metal development or related area.
• Proficient in CAD software (Teamcenter, NX, Vis Pro) and PLM systems.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the design, development, and release of BIW upper body components/subassemblies.
• Parametric modeling using NX.
• Collaborate with external suppliers, internal stamping plants, and vehicle plant body shop to ensure manufacturability, cost, and material performance meet milestones.
• Develop and manage CBOM and Quadris for subassemblies.
• Create Source Package technical documentation and manage technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams.
• Define and track engineering validation plans (DVP&R, DFMEA, PFMEA) and coordinate physical testing.
• Provide onsite plant launch support to triage, root cause and establish corrective actions for fit and finish issues.
• Ensure designs comply with internal standards, vehicle performance targets, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Education

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

Master's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Teamcenter

NX

Vis Pro

PLM systems

Job description

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking a Design Release Engineer for BIW upper body structures to own the design, development, and release of components. You will perform parametric modeling using NX and coordinate with suppliers and internal plants to meet milestones and performance targets.

The role requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing, with responsibilities spanning CBOM management, DFMEA and DVP&R planning, and on-site launch support to address fit and