Design Release Engineer (Instrument Panel/Console)

ALTEN Technology USA; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA, a leading engineering partner, is seeking an Interior Design and Release Engineer (DRE) – Instrument Panel for customer production vehicles. You will own design, development and release of IP systems, ensuring integration with HVAC, electronics, airbags and other subsystems while meeting quality, cost, and scheduling targets.

You will lead supplier design reviews, develop DFMEAs and DVP&Rs, manage CAD data in NX/Teamcenter, support validation and plant builds, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Automotive Engineering (ABET‑accredited).
• 3–5 years of engineering experience with instrument panel design, structure, or integration.
• Knowledge of GD&T, FMVSS regulations, and airbag packaging requirements.
• Proficiency in NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks and PLM (Teamcenter).
• Experience leading suppliers and managing cross‑functional deliverables.
• Strong analytical, communication, and issue‑resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier design reviews to ensure instrument panel systems meet customer specifications, performance, and safety targets.
• Develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, boundary diagrams, and interface matrices focused on IP structural integrity, fit & finish, and thermal/ergonomic requirements.
• Support integration of HVAC ducts, airbags, wiring harnesses, and infotainment components within IP.
• Manage CAD model and drawing integrity in NX and Teamcenter.
• Support physical validation, crash and safety testing, and plant builds; resolve issues through structured problem‑solving.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, ergonomic, and safety standards.
• Track program deliverables and communicate progress to leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Apply best practices and lessons learned from previous IP developments to improve quality and manufacturability.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Issue resolution

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Teamcenter

GD&T

FMVSS

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full‑time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Summary

Job Description:

• The Interior Design and Release Engineer (DRE) – Instrument Panel is responsible for the design, development, and release of instrument panel systems and related components for customer production vehicles.
• The DRE will manage the full product lifecycle, from concept and packaging through validation and launch, ensuring robust integration with HVAC, electronics, airbags, and other surrounding systems while meeting quality, cost, and timing objectives.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead supplier design reviews to ensure instrument panel systems meet customer specifications, performance, and safety targets.
• Develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, boundary diagrams, and interface matrices focused on IP structural integrity, fit & finish, and thermal/ergonomic requirements.
• Support integration of HVAC ducts, airbags, wiring harnesses, and infotainment components within IP.
• Manage CAD model and drawing integrity in NX and Teamcenter.
• Support physical validation, crash and safety testing, and plant builds; resolve issues through structured problem‑solving.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, ergonomic, and safety standards.
• Track program deliverables and communicate progress to leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Apply best practices and lessons learned from previous IP developments to improve quality and manufacturability.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automotive Engineering (ABET‑accredited).
• 3–5 years of engineering experience with instrument panel design, structure, or integration.
• Knowledge of GD&T, FMVSS regulations, and airbag packaging requirements.
• Proficiency in NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks and PLM (Teamcenter).
• Experience leading suppliers and managing cross‑functional deliverables.
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• Strong analytical, communication, and issue‑resolution skills.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.