Design Release Engineer

General Motors (GM); Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors (GM) is seeking a Design Release Engineer to coordinate the ECS component design and integration. You will manage program milestones, lead technical reviews, and ensure design analyses meet requirements through DFMEAs/DRBFMs and cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering with 5+ years in design release, CAD, GD&T, and strong problem solving. Hybrid work: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote, with 15% travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Read, interpret and generate engineering drawings and specifications.
• Technical evaluation reports and engineering analyses.
• Experience with CAD and DFMEA/DRBFM processes.
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing competency.
• Root cause investigations and change management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate design and integration of ECS components and systems.
• Manage program milestones with rigorous project oversight.
• Conduct design reviews and initiate drawing reviews.
• Develop and review DFMEAs and DRBFMs for parts and changes.
• Collaborate with suppliers to meet quality, cost and timing goals.
• Support manufacturing to ensure buildability and resolve quality requirements.
• Provide program management and deliverables for the project team.
• Travel approx. 15% to domestic client sites.

Skills

Technical writing

Root cause analysis

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

DFMEA/DRBFM methodology

CAD experience

Project/Program management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

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

Tools

TeamCenter

CAD

Job description

Job DescriptionDUTIES: Coordinate design and integration of ECS components. Utilize Engineering tools and processes to successfully develop components and systems. Achieve program milestones by thorough and rigorous program management. Operate with a high level of independent judgement. Implementing functional strategy, administer and coordinate programs, counsel and advise management. Conduct technical design reviews and initiate applicable drawing reviews. Complete and review DFMEAs and DRBFMs for all parts and design changes. Demonstrate designs meet requirements by analysis, development, and validation. Execute and support Peer Reviews per program milestones. Work with component suppliers to meet program imperatives including quality, cost and timing. Work as part of a diverse team supporting component development including mechanical design, thermal, structural, and electrical analysis. Work with manufacturing to ensure build ability and to resolve quality requirements. Provide Program Management and execution of deliverables and program team meetings. Work with component suppliers to meet design and timing objectives. 15% travel required to client sites domestically. Hybrid Work Policy - 3 days In-office, 2 days remote - Must be able to report to local office.REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field of study. Five (5) years of experience as a Design Release Engineer, Chassis Dimensional Engineer, Interior Dimensional Engineer, or related occupation. Five (5) years of experience in the following: Read, interpret and generate engineering drawings and specifications; Technical writing to create written engineering evaluation reports; Computer Aided Design (CAD); Creating Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) plans and using FIT application; Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing competency; and Root cause analysis and investigations. Four (4) years of experience in the following: Key Characteristic Designation System (KCDS) applicability and usage. Three (3) years of experience in the following: TeamCenter; and Change Management process. Two (2) years of experience in the following: Working on product launch lifestyle.#LI-DNIAbout GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Why Join UsWe believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Benefits OverviewFrom day one, we're looking out for your well-being–at work and at home–so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources .Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire .AccommodationsGeneral Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us or call us at 1-800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.