Design Release Engineer - Base Engine Components

SEGULA Technologies; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies is seeking a Design Release Engineer - Base Engine Components to join their team at the Chrysler Technology Center in Michigan. You will be responsible for the design, specification, and validation of propulsion systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 1-3 years of automotive experience.

Key responsibilities include creating CAD designs, managing supplier quality, and supporting production launches. Proficiency in Siemens NX or CATIA is essential. Join SEGULA to contribute to innovation in automotive engineering.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in the automotive industry, specifically in product development or product engineering.
• Solid understanding of powertrain physics, thermodynamics, and dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify 2D and 3D designs using Siemens NX or CATIA.
• Author, request, and execute Design Verification Plan & Reports (DVP&R).
• Administer Engineering Change Notices (CNs) and support pilot production events.

Skills

Internal combustion engine components

3D computer design software (NX or CATIA)

Statistical analysis (Minitab)

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Design Release Engineer - Base Engine Components to join our engineering team at the Chrysler Technology Center. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, specification, testing, validation, and release of propulsion systems and base engine components for assigned vehicle families.

Travel

Occasional day trips to local Detroit‑area facilities/suppliers; occasional travel to manufacturing facilities and suppliers in Mexico and Canada.

Essential Functions

Component Design & Development

• CAD Design: Create and modify 2D and 3D designs using Siemens NX or CATIA for engine components, power electronics accessories, and electronic module support brackets.
• Standardization: Benchmark components across vehicle families to optimize performance, reduce weight, and maximize cost efficiency.
• Documentation & Risk Management: Create, maintain, and update DFMEA documents and collaborate with suppliers to coordinate PFMEAs.

Testing, Validation & Quality Analysis

• Validation Testing: Author, request, and execute Design Verification Plan & Reports (DVP&R) to ensure compliance with strict design and durability requirements.
• Supplier Quality Management: Review supplier‑driven changes (tooling, production relocation, Tier 2 changes), authorize required testing, and manage “Forever Requirements.”
• Root Cause & Failure Analysis: Analyze functional and durability failures in the field and assembly plants using internal problem management systems (GIMS). Implement permanent corrective actions to reduce warranty expense per unit sold ($/1000 and C/1000 metrics).

Plant Support & Launch Operations

• Change Management: Author and process Engineering Change Notices (CNs), Temporary Substitution requests, and Tool Kick‑Off (TKO) requests.
• Plant Evaluation: Manage Production Evaluation Requests (PER) and issue Interim Approval Authorizations (IAA) for temporary part validations.
• Launch Support: Provide hands‑on assistance during Pilot and Pre‑series events at the assembly plants, verifying manufacturing processes before mass production release.

Cross‑Functional & Service Lifecycle Support

• Supplier Sourcing: Collaborate with purchasing teams to develop parts with suppliers according to the formal "Source Package" process.
• Service & Aftermarket Support: Partner with the Service Team to develop Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs), Tech Master videos, GPOP, Star Online Publications, and updated service procedures.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Automotive, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in the automotive industry, specifically within a product development or product engineering role.

Core Technical Knowledge

• Solid understanding of internal combustion engine components, powertrain physics, thermodynamics, and dynamics.
• Experience designing internal engine components, electric motor/power electronics accessories, or module support brackets.

Software

• Foundational skill in 3D computer design software (NX or CATIA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive Systems: Deep understanding of full‑vehicle systems, assembly/manufacturing methodologies, and statistical analysis (e.g., Minitab).
• Problem Solving Certifications: DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) Green Belt/Black Belt or Reactive (Shainin) Green/Black Belt certification.
• Soft Skills: Highly disciplined with excellent planning and synthesis capabilities; a proactive, analytical team player who can confidently present technical ideas.
• Tools: Proficiency with standard project management and office suites (Microsoft Office, Project).