Restraints Design Release Engineer (Automotive)

Optimal Solution Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal Solution Company in Dearborn is seeking an experienced Design Release Engineer for Restraints Commodities to design and validate seatbelts, airbags, steering wheels, buckles and related parts for Ford programs.

You will ensure compliance with regulatory and internal specifications, coordinate with suppliers, manage multiple design releases, and support PPAP for mass production. Onsite presence is required at the PDC in Dearborn.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a design and release engineer for restraints commodities.
• Knowledge of FMVSS, IIHS and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience with simulation and testing methods for restraints and safety systems.
• Strong program management abilities to handle multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Interior trim and related components for Ford programs per benchmarks.
• Translate requirements into engineering targets and validate designs.
• Oversee supplier performance and track deliverables across programs.
• Lead design changes at assembly plants and coordinate with suppliers.
• Support PPAP processes for mass production.

Skills

Product Development

Project Management

Documentation

Vendor Coordination

PPAP

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Optimal Solution Company in Dearborn is seeking an experienced Design Release Engineer for Restraints Commodities to design and validate seatbelts, airbags, steering wheels, buckles and related parts for Ford programs.

You will ensure compliance with regulatory and internal specifications, coordinate with suppliers, manage multiple design releases, and support PPAP for mass production. Onsite presence is required at the PDC in Dearborn.