Design Release Engineer (Interior - Instrument Panel)

ALTEN Technology USA; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA seeks a Design Release Engineer for Interiors IP/Console to lead instrument panel design, release, and integration across the vehicle architecture. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with HVAC, electronics, and safety teams to ensure robust, compliant IP deliverables.

The role emphasizes DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, and CAD management in NX/Teamcenter, while aligning with program timing and cost targets.

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 specifications, performance, and safety targets.
• Develop DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, boundary diagrams, and interface matrices for 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 IP developments to improve quality and manufacturability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Issue resolution

Supplier leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

NX

CATIA

SolidWorks

Teamcenter

Job description

Design Release Engineer - Interiors IP/Console

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:

• The Interior Design and Release Engineer (DRE) – Instrument Panelis 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 panelsystems 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.
• Strong analytical, communication, and issue-resolution skills.

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.

As set forth in ALTEN Technology USA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.