Senior Seat Systems Design & Release Engineer

Slate; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Slate is seeking a Senior Design Release Engineer for Seat Complete systems to lead design release, APQP documentation, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. You will shape seating components for vehicle integration and ensure regulatory compliance.

Applicants should have a strong background in automotive seating, Catia V5 modeling, and PLM workflows, with a proven track record of delivering on milestones and collaborating with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years of automotive Seating System engineering experience.
• Experience in at least 3 of: Seat JIT integration, FMVSS/IIHS validation, seat foam/trim design, seat structure design.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Seat Complete systems including JIT components, foam, trim, structures, heat and vent.
• Own design and release of Seat Complete hardware and software.
• Manage APQP docs: DFMEA, specs, DVP&R, drawings, control plans.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on supplier reviews for cost and performance.

Skills

Seat JIT Integration

FMVSS/IIHS compliance

Seat Foam Design

Seat Structure Design

Catia V5 Modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

Catia V5

PLM system

Job description

Slate is seeking a Senior Design Release Engineer for Seat Complete systems to lead design release, APQP documentation, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment. You will shape seating components for vehicle integration and ensure regulatory compliance.

Applicants should have a strong background in automotive seating, Catia V5 modeling, and PLM workflows, with a proven track record of delivering on milestones and collaborating with suppliers.