Product Development Engineer (D&R)

Edag-Mexico; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

EDAG is seeking a Product Development Engineer (D&R) to lead the packaging and integration of SDS components and sensor systems into the vehicle. You will negotiate base-vehicle changes with Hyundai and drive structural integration, DFM assessments, and release processes from concept to production.

The role requires 5+ years in automotive design/release, CATIA proficiency, and experience with PPAP and DFMEA. On-site Novi, MI location with a temporary 8-month contract term.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of automotive design/release engineering experience.
• Proficiency in CATIA and release of components through a PLM system (Enovia or equivalent).
• Experience taking components from concept through Alpha/Beta prototype builds to production release (PPAP).
• Knowledge of DFM across casting, injection molding, 3D printing, and machined prototypes.
• Experience with supplier-facing design negotiation, DVP/DFMEA processes, and issue-tracking systems.
• 8 months contract.

Responsibilities

• Package and integrate SDS components/modules within the vehicle, optimizing for sensor field of view, structure, and service/assembly access.
• Communicate and negotiate base-vehicle changes with OEM partner Hyundai.
• Engineer structural integration elements (roof pod, bumpers, tailgate, etc.).
• Integrate SDS modules (camera, radar, lidar, audio) and related systems.
• Lead DFMEA/DFM activities and support Alpha/Beta/Production releases.

Skills

Automotive design release

DFM principles

Supplier negotiations

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Enovia

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Working together, growing together, derating new things together: EDAG connects people and the future. Company and workforce share the same vision. With a familiar atmosphere and at the same time the potential of a global world-class development company. You'll go your own way in your career at a high level - nationally and internationally. Take your next step and support us as a PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER (D&R).

DESCRIPTION

Package and integrate SDS components/modules within the vehicle, optimizing for sensor field of view, structure, and service/assembly access.

• Communicate and negotiate technical base-vehicle changes with OEM partner Hyundai, including structure, trim, electrical, and cleaning package interfaces.
• Engineer structural integration elements including roof pod, rear bumper/fascia, tailgate-mounted, fender pod, front bumper/fascia, front grill pod, and trunk/interior package structures, plus A-surface enclosures.
• Integrate SDS modules (camera, radar, lidar, audio), cleaning system components, thermal management provisions, driver monitoring system, and market-specific taxi meters.
• Manage issues in the client's Buganizer system through to closure, and support DFMEA management and close-out.
• Own parts through successful Beta/PP/Production release, ensuring on-time delivery and conformance to component, system, and vehicle-level requirements.
• Lead DFM assessments appropriate to prototype methods of manufacture (e.g., PU-poured, machined-from-billet, or 3D-printed parts).
• Support incoming vehicle measurement, first point of contact for manufacturing, root cause analysis, 8D problem-solving, and corrective action proposals.
• Prepare and present engineering Change Requests (CRs) when Hyundai base-vehicle changes are required.
• Support Alpha DVP completion and author/own the Beta DVP, tracking validation tasks through to completion and documenting results.
• Collaborate with the client's CAE team by sharing geometry, materials, and specifications to support structural, thermal, and aero analysis (CAE itself is out of scope for the vendor).
• Collaborate with the client's EDS team on harness routing and package space for service lengths.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of automotive design/release engineering experience, ideally in exterior trim, structures, or sensor integration.
• Proficiency in CATIA and experience releasing components through a PLM system (Enovia or equivalent).
• Experience taking components from concept through Alpha/Beta prototype builds to production release (PPAP).
• Working knowledge of DFM principles across casting, injection molding, 3D printing, and machined-prototype methods.
• Experience with supplier-facing design negotiation, DVP/DFMEA processes, and issue-tracking systems.
• 8 months contract

MAKING IMPOSSIBLE

THINGS POSSIBLE

WITH YOU