Restraints Engineer - Novi, MI

Veridian Tech Solutions, Inc.; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Restraints Engineer to support interior restraint systems through all development phases. This role involves engineering support, collaboration with suppliers, and conducting DV/PV testing. Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of safety standards, and proficiency in CATIA. On-site presence in Novi, MI is required, with opportunities for travel to supplier locations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in interior restraint systems engineering.
• Proven experience supporting restraint systems through all development phases.
• Strong knowledge of restraint system requirements and safety standards.
• Hands-on experience with DV/PV testing for restraint systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for interior restraint systems.
• Collaborate with suppliers on data management and part updates.
• Lead DV/PV testing activities for restraint systems.
• Ensure quality compliance using DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plans.

Skills

Interior restraint systems engineering

DV/PV testing

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in CATIA

Job description

Restraints Engineer for Interior Systems

Novi, MI (Onsite with supplier and plant travel as required)

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Restraints Engineer to support interior restraint systems engineering activities across the full vehicle development lifecycle. The role will involve on-site engineering support, supplier coordination, DV/PV testing, issue resolution, and build support for restraint system components.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for interior restraint systems, including:
  • Passenger airbags
  • Curtain airbags
  • Seatbelts
• Work cross-functionally with internal engineering teams to meet design, safety, and manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to:
  • Ensure correct and timely data uploads into OEM systems.
  • Support part updates and engineering changes.
  • Align tooling timing with program milestones.
• Lead and support DV/PV testing activities for restraint systems.
• Drive fast and effective issue resolution through all build phases.
• Obtain and manage B‑Release approvals for restraint system components.
• Support supplier builds, on-site vehicle builds, and pre‑production and production launch activities.
• Modify components based on engineering, safety, and design inputs.
• Ensure quality compliance using DFMEA, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Travel to supplier locations and manufacturing sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in interior restraint systems engineering.
• Proven experience supporting restraint systems through all development phases.
• Strong working knowledge of restraint system requirements and safety standards.
• Hands‑on experience with DV/PV testing for restraint systems.
• Proficiency in CATIA, including pulling data, cutting, and analyzing sections.
• Strong understanding of automotive quality processes.
• Ability to quickly resolve complex engineering issues.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to work on‑site and take direction from lead engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working within legacy OEM engineering systems.
• Familiarity with global OEM product development processes.

Work Location

• Primary: On‑site (Engineering office)
• Secondary: Supplier and manufacturing site support as needed.