Brake System Design Release Engineer

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Missouri seeks a Senior Engineering Lead to head the brake system product development team. You will manage design, release, and integration of brake components into GM systems, guiding pre-production builds toward milestone alignment.

You will drive design validation using FEA, modal analysis, and virtual builds, identify root causes, and implement robust solutions. Collaboration with suppliers and internal teams is essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• DFSS Certification preferred.
• Experience with CAD/CAE tools and engineering operations.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Product Development Team for brake system components and subsystems.
• Manage design, release, and integration of brake components into GM systems.
• Oversee pre-production builds and ensure test readiness and milestones.
• Drive design validation using FEA, modal analysis, and virtual builds.
• Identify root causes of design issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate activities with purchasing, manufacturing and supplier quality teams.

Skills

Brake System Design

Design Validation

Root Cause Analysis

Trade-Off Studies

Mathematical Data

Independent Working

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD Tools

CAE Tools

Specification & Release Systems

Job description

• Lead the Product Development Team for brake system components and subsystems


• Manage the design, release, and integration of brake components into GM systems


• Oversee pre-production builds and ensure properties are test-ready and aligned with milestones


• Drive Design Validation using FEA, modal analysis, and virtual builds


• Identify root causes of design issues and implement solutions


• Define and develop technical specifications including CTS, SSTS, SOR, and ICD documents


• Refine design criteria and typical sections using math data


• Conduct trade-off studies and recommend program direction based on cost, mass, and timing


• Lead and support technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams


• Coordinate activities with purchasing, manufacturing, and supplier quality teams


• Monitor warranty data and address emerging product issues


• Translate lessons learned into best practices and contribute to continuous improvement


• Stay current with emerging technologies and identify innovation opportunities


• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering


• Strong grasp of engineering theory, design principles, and system integration


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively


• High analytical aptitude for solving complex, non-routine problems


• Strong interpersonal skills for team and supplier engagement


• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and engineering operations


• Familiarity with CAD and CAE tools


• Understanding of Specification and Release systems


• DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) Certification


• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle daily


• Prior experience in brake system design and release preferred


• Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future


• Ability to travel less than 25%

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading product development for brake system components, including design validation, technical specification development, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in engineering principles and practices, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Brake System Design


• Design Validation


• Technical Specification Development


• DFSS Certification


• CAD and CAE Tools

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Engineering Theory


• System Integration


• Design Principles


• Root Cause Analysis


• Trade-Off Studies


• Mathematical Data Refinement


• Pre-Production Builds


• Warranty Data Monitoring


• Emerging Technologies Identification


• Continuous Improvement

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills


• Analytical Aptitude


• Interpersonal Skills


• Independent and Collaborative Work

Certifications & Qualifications

• DFSS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Brake System Components


• Product Development


• Manufacturing Processes


• Supplier Engagement


• Engineering Operations

Tools & Technologies

• CAD Tools


• CAE Tools


• Specification and Release Systems