Design Release Engineer - Upperbody

Segula Technologies; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Segula Technologies in Auburn, AL seeks a Design and Release Engineer (DRE) for BIW Upperbody to drive design, development, timing, and production release of BIW upperbody components. The role collaborates with CAE, Safety, NVH, Powertrain, and Interior teams to ensure structural integrity and crash performance while optimizing weight and quality.

Responsibilities include leading CAD concepts for pillars, roof structures, and rails; managing milestones and releases; and maintaining SOPs, DFMEAs,

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Lead CAD concepts for upperbody structural components (pillars, roof structures, rails) and support early feasibility with PDO themes.
• Manage upperbody components through program CAD milestones and system requirement releases; align with manufacturing feasibility.
• Collaborate with CAE, Safety, NVH, Powertrain, and Interior teams to ensure structural integrity and clearance.
• Maintain SOPs, DFMEAs, and DVP&Rs; drive cost reduction, weight optimization, and quality improvements.

Job description

The Design and Release Engineer (DRE) – BIW Upperbody Engineer is responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and production release of Body-in-White (BIW) upperbody structural systems and components.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Concept Feasibility: Lead CAD concepts and solutions for upperbody structural components (e.g., pillars, roof structures, body side inner/outer, rails). Support early feasibility development and template applications aligned with Product Design Office (PDO) themes.

• Program Milestones & Release: Manage upperbody components and assemblies through program CAD milestones and system requirement releases. Ensure designs align with manufacturing feasibility, assembly sequence, and body shop joining strategies (e.g., spot welding, MIG welding).

• Cross-Functional Integration: Collaborate with CAE, Safety, NVH, Powertrain, and Interior teams to ensure structural integrity, crash performance, and proper component clearance.

• Quality & Performance: Maintain engineering Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), DFMEAs, and DVP&Rs. Drive continuous efficiency through cost reduction, weight optimization, and quality improvement initiatives.