Roof Mechanisms Systems Design and Release Engineer

Bartech Staffing; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bartech Staffing seeks a Roof Mechanisms Systems Design and Release Engineer to drive the design, validation, release, and implementation of moonroofs and convertible tops. You will lead suppliers, manage design rules, and ensure compliance across NVH, water, crash safety, and manufacturing assembly requirements.

The role requires a bachelor's in mechanical engineering, at least 2 years of automotive mechanism experience, CAD with CATIA 3DX, and Teamcenter with CAE tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 2 years of engineering experience in design, development, or launch of automotive mechanisms.
• CAD capability such as CATIA 3DX; Teamcenter familiarity with CAE tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead roof mechanism systems design including moonroofs, convertibles, and moveable backlites.
• Apply GPDS knowledge to build on-time delivery plans and lead suppliers to meet targets.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a robust vehicle-level system and validate interfaces.
• Prepare and present technical presentations for reviews.
• Release and update parts in FEDEBOM and WERS through the product lifecycle.
• Review CAD in Teamcenter and document compliance with design rules.

Skills

Project management

Initiative taking

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA 3DX

Teamcenter

CAEs tools

Job description

The Roof Mechanisms Systems Design and Release Engineer is responsible for the design development, validation, release, and implementation of moonroofs, convertibles tops, alternative roof tops, and related systems into vehicles. You will drive design improvements to increase quality and optimize cost/weight throughout development and through the production life of the products. You will lead suppliers and guide the design of roof mechanisms components, achieving compliance to requirements, design rules, and regulatory standards while managing attributes including package design feasibility, NVH, water management, craftsmanship, crash safety, and manufacturing assembly requirements at assembly plants.

Key responsibilities

• Lead roof mechanism systems design including moonroofs, convertibles, and moveable backlites
• Apply GPDS knowledge to build on-time delivery plans and lead suppliers to meet program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a robust vehicle-level system, validating all roof component interfaces
• Prepare and present technical presentations for peer and management reviews
• Perform and/or review technical analyses including GDT stackups, CAE, and dynamic simulations; sign off on results
• Participate in Technical Design Reviews
• Release and update parts in FEDEBOM and WERS through the product lifecycle
• Review and sign off CAD in Teamcenter, documenting compliance with design rules and requirements
• Develop DFMEAs, SCCAF Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, and DVPRs; lead design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance
• Develop ESOWs and Engineering Concepts; support Sourcing, SOBA, EDT, piece cost, and tooling reviews
• Identify validation, durability, and functional tests per SDS/ES DVP/FEDE
• Drive root cause analysis, 8D, 3x5Why, and implement corrective actions applying Six Sigma principles
• Define and verify part-level prototype requirements
• Support parts sign-off at assembly plants and resolve quality issues at all milestones
• Assess PDL revision impacts and respond accordingly
• Support STA via the Supplier Engagement Process
• Travel to supplier and North America plant sites as required

Requirements - education & experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field
• 2 years of engineering experience in design, development, or launch of automotive mechanisms (can include experience from internships and coursework)
• CAD capability such as CATIA 3DX; Teamcenter familiarity with CAE tools and software
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative and prioritize workload
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Proficiency in MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Nice-to-have / preferred skills

• Experience in design and release of roof system related mechanism applications
• Software literacy and mechatronics experience
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
• Experience with DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and SCAFs

Knowledge of the Phased PPAP process

Detailed understanding of materials, manufacturing technologies, and GDT

Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known

Ability to solve complex system issues and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to adapt your role to a variety of applications and issues as required

Fully onsite position, 5 days per week. Travel to supplier and North America plant sites as required. Candidates must be onsite from day one as specified. If a candidate plans to relocate, relocation will be at the candidate's own expense.

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions.

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