Restraint System Engineer, Plant Vehicle Engineering

Futureshaper.com; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company dedicated to luxury electric vehicles, where you will play a crucial role as a Restraint System Engineer. This position involves managing the design release of safety systems like airbags and seatbelts, ensuring they meet the highest safety standards. You will collaborate with talented professionals to create cutting-edge designs that prioritize both occupant safety and vehicle aesthetics. If you're passionate about engineering and want to contribute to a sustainable future in the automotive industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of airbags and seatbelt systems with OEM or Tier 1 experience.
• Understanding of automotive crashworthiness standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage design release of airbags and seatbelts, ensuring safety and integration.
• Collaborate with teams to develop restraint systems balancing protection and aesthetics.

Skills

Airbags System Design

Seatbelt System Engineering

Problem Solving

Supplier Management

CAD Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Restraint System Engineer, Plant Vehicle Engineering

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we aim to introduce captivating luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and push the boundaries of space, performance, and intelligence. Our vehicles are designed to be intuitive, liberating, and future-oriented. We focus on great design principles, making decisions that serve individuals and the environment. Join a team of industry-leading professionals committed to creating a sustainable future.

We are seeking a Restraint System Engineer, Plant Vehicle Engineering. The ideal candidate will have experience in restraint system development, with a focus on seatbelts and airbags preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a proactive attitude, quick learning ability, and a pursuit of excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Manage design release of airbags and seatbelts, including system specification, sourcing, packaging, drawing release, validation, integration, and manufacturing support.
2. Collaborate with design and interior engineering teams to develop restraint systems that balance occupant protection and interior aesthetics.
3. Oversee Tier 1 suppliers for engineering development and program timelines.
4. Coordinate validation plans and laboratory tests for subsystem integration.
5. Serve as the primary contact for all restraint supplier communications.
6. Ensure restraint system designs meet five-star safety ratings.
7. Support crash testing and vehicle homologation, ensuring correct component pedigrees for validation.

Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of airbags and/or seat belt system design and engineering, with experience in OEM or Tier 1 suppliers.
• Understanding of automotive crashworthiness standards.
• Awareness of latest passive safety technologies.
• Proficiency in CAD for component packaging and minor modifications.
• Strong problem-solving fundamentals in engineering.

Preferred Skills:

• Program management experience.
• Testing experience (crash, deployment, seats, trims).
• Knowledge of CAE analysis and restraint system optimization.
• Ability to communicate technical issues effectively to non-specialists.
• Excellent supplier management and technical development skills.
• High ethical standards.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related fields.

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