Exterior Design & Release Engineer

G-TECH Services LLC; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

G-TECH Services LLC in Dearborn, MI, is seeking an experienced Exterior Design & Release Engineer to bridge Studio Engineering and Design & Release.

You will ensure Class A surfaces meet engineering, manufacturing, and vehicle integration requirements, lead cross-functional teams, and develop 2D/3D CAD solutions for exterior programs. This role emphasizes collaboration, problem solving, and communication as you support rear-end development and supplier liaison.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in Design & Release Engineering and Vehicle Integration.
• Experience with Design Studio Engineering.
• Proficient CAD skills to create sections and 3D solutions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Establish engineering hard points and create master sections for studio surface development.
• Partner with Design Studio and D&R teams to evaluate Class A surface releases against engineering requirements.
• Lead feasibility assessments and provide engineering solutions for design integration challenges.
• Work within cross-functional teams to resolve conflicts between styling objectives and engineering constraints.
• Develop 2D feasibility sections and 3D CAD solutions to support vehicle development.
• Act as the technical liaison between design, engineering, and supplier teams.
• Support vehicle rear-end development activities and integration studies.

Skills

Exterior design

Release engineering

Vehicle integration

Design studio engineering

CAD

3D CAD

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D modeling tools

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Exterior Design & Release Engineer to support vehicle development programs by serving as the key link between Studio Engineering and Design & Release Engineering. This role focuses on ensuring exterior body designs meet engineering, manufacturing, and vehicle integration requirements while supporting Class A surface development.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish engineering hard points and create master sections to guide studio surface development.
• Partner with Design Studio and D&R teams to evaluate Class A surface releases against engineering requirements.
• Lead feasibility assessments and provide engineering solutions for design integration challenges.
• Work within cross-functional teams to resolve conflicts between styling objectives and engineering constraints.
• Develop 2D feasibility sections and 3D CAD solutions to support vehicle development.
• Act as the technical liaison between design, engineering, and supplier teams.
• Support vehicle rear-end development activities and integration studies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in:
• Design & Release Engineering
• Vehicle Integration
• Design Studio Engineering
• Strong CAD skills with the ability to create sections and 3D solutions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering environments.