Design Release Engineer(Interior/Exterior-Automotive)

Socket.dev; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA is seeking an Exterior Design/Release Engineer to join our growing team. The role emphasizes design and development of exterior components and assemblies across the organization, ensuring performance targets and manufacturability are met.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and have 8+ years of vehicle design experience, with NHSTA/FMVSS knowledge and strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 8+ years of vehicle design experience in exterior trim.
• Knowledge of design considerations for plastic/composite components.
• NHSTA/FMVSS knowledge related to exterior components.

Responsibilities

• Design and development of exterior components and assemblies.
• Develop and implement functional objectives to meet project performance targets.
• Manage exterior component development for performance, cost, mass, timing and manufacturability.
• Lead collaboration between internal/external teams and suppliers to meet project requirements.

Skills

Exterior design experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life‑saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Job Description:

• Looking for an energetic, organized, and experienced Exterior Design/Release Engineer to join our growing team.
• The DRE will be responsible for design and development of the exterior components and related structures across the organization.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Be an integral part of an energetic team that’s challenging the status quo of vehicle design.
• Responsible for the design and development of exterior components and assemblies.
• Develop and implement functional objectives to meet project performance targets.
• Manage all aspects of exterior component development to meet project requirements including performance, cost, mass, timing, manufacturability, etc.
• Lead collaboration between internal/external teams and suppliers to meet all project requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 8+ years of vehicle design experience in the areas of interior and/or exterior trim.
• Knowledge of design considerations required for plastic/composite components.
• Excellent communication and team building skills.
• Broad knowledge of NHSTA/FMVSS requirements related to exterior components.
• Ability and Desire work in a fun and fast paced environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug‑free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire.