Design Release Engineer - Brakes

Job Description

Job Description

The Brake Interface Components Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design and validation of brake tubes, brake hoses, and wheel speed sensors. The position will include all aspects of component design to ensure all system and vehicle level functional objectives are met.

Job responsibilities include but not limited to : managing the release of the components, bill of material, CAD drawings, design verification plan, physical testing, management of suppliers, issuing change notices, vehicle build support, issue resolution, and PPAP. The engineer will :

Interface with Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, Purchasing, Quality and Assembly Plants.

Manage product performance to meet functional, cost and weight targets.

Perform product release and change management processes.

Direct packaging in vehicle environment

Manage supplier and internal DVPR’s and DFMEA’s

Support AQP, PSO, product launch and ongoing maintenance of carryover product.

Be responsible for design and release of designated components.

Develop and refine routings for brake tubes, brake hoses, and wheel speed sensors, considering functional, safety, reliability, and performance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Automotive or Electrical Engineering.

Aptitude for mechanical engineering demonstrated by work experience or academic projects.

Minimum 3-5 years experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Strong GD&T skill set.

Strong project management skills / experience

Proficiency in engineering disciplines, such as DVPR, DFMEA, etc.

Formal training / experience in problem solving, quality and reliability.

Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green belt / Black Belt certification.

Experience in manufacturing of vehicle components and vehicle assembly.

Previous experience with brake tubes, brake hoses, wheel speed sensors