About the role
Company Description
Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.
Requirements to be met:
- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).
- Commute daily to Auburn Hills, MI.
Job Description
As a Closure Design release Engineer, you will lead the development of critical rear-vehicle systems, ensuring they meet rigorous safety, functional, and manufacturing standards.
Key Responsibilities:
-Design & Development: Responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and release ofrear body closure sheet metal(e.g., liftgates, decklids, or tailgates) and associatedhinging systems. -Validation: Manage the development and validation of assigned components; communicate technical product status and competitor benchmarking to management. -Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead packaging coordination with adjacent departments includingelectromechanical (latches/cinching motors),electrical (harnessing), lighting (taillamps), and interior/exterior trim. -Virtual Performance: Work closely with virtual validation groups to ensure theCAE scorecardis met and verify manufacturing feasibility. -Quality Documentation: Maintain and updateDVP&R(Design Verification Plan & Report) andDFMEA(Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis). -Supplier Management: Support and manage suppliers for quality actions and Value Optimization (VO) activities. -Collaborative Alignment: Support meetings during NA work hours and collaborate with local engineering, Architecture/Vehicle Concepts, and program science teams to align iterative models with packaging and system requirements.
Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
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Engineering, or an equivalent ABET-accredited program.
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Experience: Minimum of3 yearsof relevant automotive engineering experience.
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Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge ofUnigraphics NXandTeamcenter.
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Technical Expertise: Intermediate to advanced experience inBody-in-White (BIW), Rear Closures, or Exterior Systems.
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Materials & Process :
- Experience withcompositesand composite production processes.
- Experience withsteel and aluminum formingprocesses.
- Knowledge of high-strength steels, weld parameters, andGD&T.
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Manufacturing: PreviousBIW in-plant launch experienceis highly preferred.
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Risk Management: Proven experience withDFMEAandDVP&Rprotocols.
Additional Information
Requirements to be met:
- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).
- Commute daily to Auburn Hills.
Not the right fit? Search for Closure Design Release Engineer jobs in Windsor, ON
About SEGULA Technologies
SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, serving the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences and telecoms. With a presence in over 30 countries and 140 offices worldwide, the Group is committed to building close relationships with its customers through the skills of its 15,000 employees. A leading engineering company with innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies carries out large-scale projects, from research to industrialisation and production.
More information: https://www.segulatechnologies.com
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About the role
Company Description
Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.
The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.
Requirements to be met:
- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).
- Commute daily to Auburn Hills, MI.
Job Description
As a Closure Design release Engineer, you will lead the development of critical rear-vehicle systems, ensuring they meet rigorous safety, functional, and manufacturing standards.
Key Responsibilities:
-Design & Development: Responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and release ofrear body closure sheet metal(e.g., liftgates, decklids, or tailgates) and associatedhinging systems. -Validation: Manage the development and validation of assigned components; communicate technical product status and competitor benchmarking to management. -Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead packaging coordination with adjacent departments includingelectromechanical (latches/cinching motors),electrical (harnessing), lighting (taillamps), and interior/exterior trim. -Virtual Performance: Work closely with virtual validation groups to ensure theCAE scorecardis met and verify manufacturing feasibility. -Quality Documentation: Maintain and updateDVP&R(Design Verification Plan & Report) andDFMEA(Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis). -Supplier Management: Support and manage suppliers for quality actions and Value Optimization (VO) activities. -Collaborative Alignment: Support meetings during NA work hours and collaborate with local engineering, Architecture/Vehicle Concepts, and program science teams to align iterative models with packaging and system requirements.
Qualifications
-
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
-
Engineering, or an equivalent ABET-accredited program.
-
Experience: Minimum of3 yearsof relevant automotive engineering experience.
-
Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge ofUnigraphics NXandTeamcenter.
-
Technical Expertise: Intermediate to advanced experience inBody-in-White (BIW), Rear Closures, or Exterior Systems.
-
Materials & Process :
- Experience withcompositesand composite production processes.
- Experience withsteel and aluminum formingprocesses.
- Knowledge of high-strength steels, weld parameters, andGD&T.
-
Manufacturing: PreviousBIW in-plant launch experienceis highly preferred.
-
Risk Management: Proven experience withDFMEAandDVP&Rprotocols.
Additional Information
Requirements to be met:
- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).
- Commute daily to Auburn Hills.
Not the right fit? Search for Closure Design Release Engineer jobs in Windsor, ON
About SEGULA Technologies
SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, serving the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences and telecoms. With a presence in over 30 countries and 140 offices worldwide, the Group is committed to building close relationships with its customers through the skills of its 15,000 employees. A leading engineering company with innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies carries out large-scale projects, from research to industrialisation and production.
More information: https://www.segulatechnologies.com