Junior Design Release Engineer - NVH

SEGULA Technologies; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SEGULA Technologies in the United States seeks an NVH Component Design & Release Engineer to design, release, and verify NVH acoustic components like seals, silencers, and barriers across vehicle programs. You will support development from design through launch, coordinating tests and validating performance.

Bachelor’s degree required; 0–2 years automotive experience preferred. Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, and mold flow tools are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Less than 2 years automotive experience in interior/exterior design and component releasing.
• SAE / BAJA College Teams experience is nice to have.
• Experience releasing NVH acoustic treatments, hard trim, or plastic components.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, and mold flow validation tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication, organizational, and cross-functional team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and release NVH components, including acoustic treatments, seals, silencers, and barrier materials.
• Ensure NVH component systems meet overall vehicle acoustic and performance objectives.
• Serve as the regional single point of contact for NVH component validation.
• Plan and coordinate test activities, including laboratory scheduling, test buck ordering, and vehicle logistics.
• Investigate and resolve test issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams during launch and production phases.
• Lead updates to DFMEA and DVP&R.
• Troubleshoot validation failures and define corrective actions with engineering teams and suppliers.
• Execute component validation testing and support vehicle launch activities.
• Benchmark competitive NVH components by vehicle platform and functional application.

Skills

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

DFMEA

DVP&R

FEA

Mold flow

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

The NVH Component Design & Release Engineer is responsible for packaging, releasing, and verifying the performance of NVH acoustic components across vehicle programs. This includes stuffers, fender seals, hood silencers, body plugs, interior and exterior tunnels, dash inner/outer panels, and other NVH-related interior and exterior treatments. The position supports component development and validation from initial design through vehicle launch and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and release NVH components, including acoustic treatments, seals, silencers, and barrier materials.
• Ensure NVH component systems meet overall vehicle acoustic and performance objectives.
• Serve as the regional single point of contact for NVH component validation.
• Plan and coordinate test activities, including laboratory scheduling, test buck ordering, and vehicle logistics.
• Investigate and resolve test issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams during launch and production phases.
• Support the development of technical specifications and testing standards, incorporating lessons learned and industry best practices.
• Lead updates to DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Validation Plan and Report).
• Troubleshoot validation failures and define corrective actions in coordination with engineering teams and suppliers.
• Execute component validation testing and support vehicle launch activities.
• Benchmark competitive NVH components by vehicle platform and functional application.

Profile

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited university.
• less than 2 years of automotive experience in interior/exterior design and component releasing.
• SAE / BAJA College Teams experiece is great to have.
• Experience releasing NVH acoustic treatments, hard trim, or plastic components.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, and mold flow virtual validation tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication, organizational, and cross-functional team collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Experience with CAD and PLM software (e.g., Siemens NX and Teamcenter).
• Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).