Fuel Systems Design Release Engineer

ManpowerGroup; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Global automotive leader

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Design Release Engineer (Fuel Systems) in Auburn Hills, MI. You will design, validate, and release fuel system components, lead APQP activities, and work with suppliers, manufacturing, and program teams to resolve technical issues.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree (ABET-accredited) and 2–5 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• 2-5 years of experience as a Design Release Engineer, Product Engineer, or Component Engineer.
• Experience with fuel systems including tanks, pumps, delivery modules, or DEF/urea tanks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and release fuel system components.
• Lead APQP activities and support product validation throughout development.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, testing labs, CAE engineers, and program teams to resolve technical issues.
• Drive quality improvements, cost optimization, weight reduction, and production readiness.
• Communicate project status and support engineering standard release processes.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program

Tools

APQP

DVP&R

Job description

Our client, a leading global automotive manufacturer, is seeking a Design Release Engineer (Fuel Systems) to join their team. As a Design Release Engineer , you will be part of the Fuel Systems Engineering Department supporting Vehicle Program Teams, Validation Labs, Manufacturing Plants, Supplier Operations, and Quality Teams . The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills , problem-solving abilities , and cross-functional collaboration skills which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title:

Design Release Engineer (Fuel Systems)

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI

Pay Range:

$47/hour

What's the Job?

• Design, develop, validate, and release fuel system components including fuel tanks, fuel delivery modules, and urea/DEF tank systems.
• Lead APQP activities and support product validation efforts throughout the product development cycle.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, testing labs, CAE engineers, and vehicle program teams to resolve technical issues.
• Drive quality improvements, cost optimization, weight reduction initiatives, and production readiness activities.
• Communicate technical project status and support compliance with engineering standards and release processes.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.
• 2-5 years of experience as a Design Release Engineer, Product Engineer, or Component Engineer.
• Experience working with fuel systems, including fuel tanks, fuel pumps, fuel delivery modules, or DEF/urea tank systems.
• Understanding of APQP and product validation processes (DVP&R experience preferred).
• Strong communication skills, supplier management experience, valid driver's license, and ability to travel as required.

What's in it for me?

• Competitive pay
• Opportunity to work with a global automotive industry leader.
• Gain experience supporting advanced vehicle fuel system technologies.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Weekly pay, holiday pay, referral rewards, and professional development opportunities.

Company EEO Statement

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.