Design Release Engineer

Tata Technologies; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Technologies in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Design Release Engineer for HVAC refrigerant loop design. You will develop and validate HVAC components, ensuring performance targets are met while coordinating with powertrain, BIW, Aero/Thermal, Engine Cooling and supplier teams.

Responsibilities include managing source packages, specs and DFMEA/DVP&R, performing CFD/FEA analyses, and supporting pilot builds to advance AC lines and compressors through development to production.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 3+ years in HVAC compressor or A/C line design/development.
• Hands-on experience with Unigraphics NX and CATIA.
• DFMEA and DVP&R methodology proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate HVAC compressor and A/C lines to meet performance objectives.
• Coordinate with powertrain, BIW, Aero/Thermal, Engine Cooling and suppliers.
• Maintain DVP&R and analyze bench testing, simulations, and test results.
• Lead virtual CFD/FEA studies to ensure design meets requirements.

Skills

DFMEA

DVP&R

Thermodynamics

Team coordination

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Unigraphics NX

CATIA

Job description

Job Title: Design Release Engineer – HVAC Refrigerant Loop Design

Location: Auburn Hills, MI

Responsibilities:

The HVAC Design Release Engineer is responsible for the development and validation of the automotive HVAC compressor and A/C lines. The candidate will ensure the components meet performance objectives and will coordinate development with other functional areas such as powertrain, BIW, Aero/Thermal, Engine Cooling and suppliers.

Duties will include (not limited to):

• Writing source packages, specifications, requirements, change notices and overall supplier management to meet program timing and deliverables.
• Candidate will maintain a component and sub-system DVP&R, support and keep up to date with component bench testing, simulation, drive-cell and static cell test results as well as perform data analysis and establish proper corrective actions as required.
• Lead virtual team to design and perform CFD and FEA analysis for components to meet performance.
• Support pilot and pre-production build process at the assembly plant for development and installation of AC line and compressors.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (or equivalent) from an ABET accredited university.
• 3+ years of experience in HVAC compressors and/or A/C line design/development. Other related design experience (Engine cooling, Aero-Thermal) also a plus.
• Solid hands‑on experience knowledge of Unigraphics NX and CATIA
• Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and basic thermodynamics knowledge.
• Experience in e‑compressors, chillers, EV components are a plus.
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).
• Basic knowledge in Thermodynamics.
• HVAC system engineering knowledge.
• Previous experience as an AC line design and release engineer.