Design Release Engineer: Interior & Body Systems (Hybrid)

GM Defense; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Defense is seeking a Design Release Engineer to lead the design and release of interior, body, and survivability subsystems for current and future programs. You will work with a high-performance team on innovative components and packaging, contributing immediately to program milestones.

The role requires BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in vehicle design, and 5+ years in engineering, with GD&T knowledge and experience with OEMs or suppliers on tight timelines.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline.
• 3+ years’ experience in vehicle design.
• 5+ years’ experience working in an engineering discipline
• Knowledge of High and Low volume suppliers
• Understanding of GD&T principles
• Build process trouble shooting experience
• General knowledge of cost drivers within the material forming space
• Excellent collaboration skills with others within and outside of their direct organization
• Experience solving design/manufacturing issues quickly as part of a cross-functional team
• Experience managing OEMs or suppliers on critical timelines
• Experience resolving complex engineering issues
• Experience presenting to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to work periodically at MPG Milford, MI
• Eligible to obtain Secret U.S. Security Clearance after hire.

Responsibilities

• Resolve highly complex technical issues and conduct advanced research.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures.
• Be skilled and proficient with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Rely mostly on extensive personal experience and discernment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Perform multiple tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Skills

Interior component design

Mechanical engineering

GD&T principles

Cross-functional teamwork

Program milestone management

OEM/supplier management

Problem solving

High/low volume production

Security clearance eligibility

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

GM Defense is seeking a Design Release Engineer to lead the design and release of interior, body, and survivability subsystems for current and future programs. You will work with a high-performance team on innovative components and packaging, contributing immediately to program milestones.

The role requires BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in vehicle design, and 5+ years in engineering, with GD&T knowledge and experience with OEMs or suppliers on tight timelines.