Design and Release Engineer

Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG); Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Technology Group, Inc. (STG) has an opportunity in Michigan for a detail-oriented Design Release Engineer to support design validation and release for automotive components.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, design rule compliance, supplier coordination, and GD&T implementation from concept through production release, including exterior closures geometry. Hybrid work in MI with potential in-person interviews; STG sponsors immigration as needed and offers opportunities across a Fortune 500

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience with DFMEA and design validation processes.
• Ability to collaborate with Studio and Design teams in CAD environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead DFMEA sessions with cross-functional teams.
• Review designs against corporate Design Rules and standards.
• Prepare and organize design verification evidence for PPAP.
• Communicate with suppliers on design intent and corrective actions.
• Support cross-functional design reviews and gate milestones.

Skills

PFMEA

CAD and Studio Interface

3D CAD Modeling

GD&T

DFMEA

SCAF writing

Supplier communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

• STG is a Preferred Vendor of a major Automotive Firm in MI. The client is actively looking for multiple Design and Release Engineer. STG has a 98% repeat business rate from existing clients and have achieved industry awards and recognition for our services. Crains Detroit Business named STG to Michigan's Fastest Growing Companies list in both 2020 and 2019, Top IT Services Company's List in 2020, 2019, 2018, and Top Minority Business Enterprise List in 2020, 2019, and 2019. STG puts company CULTURE at the forefront of every business decision and employees are EMPOWERED and MEASURED for RESULTS. Both TEAMWORK and INDIVIDUAL Performance is recognized and rewarded. These positions are based in MI for a large Fortune 500 Automotive firm. STG will provide immigration and permanent residency sponsorship assistance to those candidates who need it.

Position Description:

We're looking for a detail-oriented Design Release Engineer to support the design validation and release process for [component/system - e.g., chassis, powertrain, electrical]. This role owns risk analysis, design compliance, and supplier coordination activities that ensure components meet engineering and quality standards from concept through production release. Exterior Scope: The individuals in these positions will support front and rear closures geometry and engineering execution - including hood, doors, decklid/liftgate, and adjoining parts. Scope includes developing 3D geometry and design concepts that meet crash load case requirements, optimizing designs through analytical and physical assessment, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and delivering fit/finish craftsmanship through proper GD&T implementation.

Skills Required:

PFMEA CAD and Studio Interface (example of expectation): Candidates should be able to work collaboratively with Studio and Design teams to translate styling surfaces into feasible, releasable closures geometry - for example, taking a Studio-intent surface for a hood or liftgate and developing the underlying engineering structure (hinges, latches, seals, reinforcements) in CAD (NX or CATIA) while maintaining design intent, class-A surface quality, and fit/finish requirements. This includes running interference checks against mating components and iterating with Studio through multiple design reviews to resolve conflicts between styling and engineering constraints.

Skills Preferred:

3D Modeling / Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in 3D CAD software (NX or CATIA) used to design, develop, and release automotive closures subsystems and adjoining parts, including component manufacturing and assembly processes. An example expectation would be building parametric surface/solid models of a closure panel or hinge reinforcement, applying GD&T per drawing standards, and running clash/interference checks against mating hardware before releasing to production.

Experience Required:

familiarity with DFMEA able to take measurements in CAD

Experience Preferred:

0

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree

Additional Information :

As this is a hybrid position, the customer may request in-person interviews. DFMEA Development: Lead and facilitate Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) sessions with cross-functional teams; identify potential failure modes, effects, causes, and mitigation actions; maintain and update DFMEAs throughout the design lifecycle. Design Rules Compliance: Review component and system designs against corporate/engineering Design Rules and standards; document deviations and drive resolution with design teams. Evidence Packages: Compile, organize, and maintain design verification evidence packages (test reports, analysis results, DFMEA outputs, sign-offs) to support design reviews, PPAP, and program milestones. SCAF Writing: Author Supplier Corrective Action Forms (SCAFs) to document nonconformances, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions; track closure with suppliers. Supplier Communication: Serve as a technical point of contact with suppliers on design intent, quality issues, and corrective actions; participate in supplier reviews and problem-solving meetings. CAD Support: Use basic CAD skills (e.g., CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks) to review models/drawings, verify design intent, and communicate changes with design engineers. Support cross-functional design reviews and gate milestones, ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready.