Sr. Design and Release Engineer - Seating

Re:Car, Inc; United States; Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Slate is seeking a Senior Design Release Engineer for Seat Complete to lead the design and release of seating systems for Slate vehicles in the United States. You will drive APQP processes, DFMEA, DVP&R, and FMVSS compliance while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to meet program milestones.

You will own performance targets, manage changes, and ensure accurate documentation across hardware and software to deliver safe, reliable seating solutions on time and within cost targets.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years in automotive Seating System engineering.
• Experience in at least 3 of the following: JIT integration, FMVSS validation, foam/trim design or seat structure design.
• CATIA V5 experience; PLM release and engineering changes.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FMVSS, NHTSA, CARB, EPA, etc.).
• Technical writing and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Lead development of seating systems including cost, weight, and function.
• Own design and release of Seat Complete including hardware and software support.
• Manage APQP documentation: DFMEA, Engineering Specifications, DVP&R, drawings, control plans.
• Collaborate with Purchasing on sourcing and cost reductions.
• Create, specify, and release seating components with Vehicle Integration teams.
• Ensure accessories are accommodated by Seat and Electrical systems.
• Lead design reviews at milestones.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to ensure performance.
• Validate seating system with tests and documentation.
• Coordinate with NVH, Vehicle Dynamics, and evaluation to meet targets.

Conocimientos

Seat JIT Integration

FMVSS compliance

Foam & trim design

Seat structure design

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

CATIA V5

PLM systems

Descripción del empleo

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

A dynamic, experienced Senior Design Release Engineer, Seat Complete to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for the design and release of Seating systems for Slate vehicles, ensuring that steering target performance and features, as well as FMVSS requirements, are met. The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicle’s technical specifications and performance targets. Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation, this position will ensure Slate’s quality, performance, and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Lead the development of cost, weight, and functionally efficient Seat Complete systems including integration of JIT components, Foam, Trim, Structures, Heat and Vent.

Directly impact occupant comfort being responsible for the design and release of the Seat complete, including supporting hardware and software.

Apply engineering disciplines and take on full responsibility for APQP documentation, including DFMEA, Engineering Specifications, DVP&R, Drawings, Control Plans.

Collaborate with Purchasing in the sourcing of new Seating components / systems, whether for material cost reductions or new platforms, conducting supplier technical reviews to ensure the best source for the product from a functional and financial perspective.

Create, specify, and release Seating components, working directly with our Vehicle Integration teams to ensure vehicle functional objectives are met.

Work with affected teams to ensure that accessories (like removable trim covers, heated and vented trim covers, audio accessories and more) are properly accommodated by the Seat and Electrical systems.

Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components, including attaching hardware and joint design.

Manage changes to parts / systems and resolve all functional, durability, and assembly issues identified.

Deliver products to meet quality and reliability requirements and arrive on time for program milestones, with all necessary documentation and identification / labeling.

Lead Design Reviews for each component / system at required milestones.

Act as the primary liaison between Slate and suppliers of the parts under your umbrella.

Engage with Accessories, Body, Restraints, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH, Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation and Verification to deliver robust Seating systems to production that meet vehicle level performance and component requirements.

Ensure validation of the Seating system, reviewing test loads, set ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing.

Create or assist in the creation of Product Assembly Documents and ensure joint development for your parts.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required. Master's degree is preferred.

8+ years of experience in automotive Seating System engineering.

Applications-specific experience in at least 3 of the following areas / components:

• Seat JIT Integration.
• Seat complete FMVSS, IIHS and other 3rd party rating validation.
• Seat foam and trim design.
• Seat Structure design.

Strong product knowledge in steering rack components, tuning variables, and specification.

Strong understanding of occupant kinematics and their effects on vehicle validation.

Experience working with Catia V5 (opening and saving models / drawings, editing drawings, section cutting and taking measurements, etc.). Modeling skills are also a plus.

Experience working within a PLM and releasing components and processing engineering changes.

Functional experience with all NHTSA / FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, or other regulatory requirements.

Technical writing and documentation experience.

Ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we're fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward.

Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff

We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail].

ABOUT US

At Slate, we've got one job: building a vehicle you'll fall in love with, right here in the USA.

We believe that car buyers - not car companies - should call the shots.

We like looking at a road, not a screen.

We don't like paying for stuff we don't need.

We like picking out the stuff we do need.

We think dings are badges, not blemishes.

But we know not everyone likes what we like.

So, we built you a Slate: you make it yours.