Mission
We are seeking a Design/Development Release Engineer specializing in Vehicle Access and Key Authentication Electronic Control Unit (ECU) modules. In this role, you will collaborate with product design/release engineers, external suppliers, and various internal support groups to specify, develop, and qualify components for production.
You will serve as a key technical bridge, interfacing with EE Systems groups to define vehicle-level functional specifications, working with vehicle packaging teams, and collaborating with the Product Design Office to define first-surface components.
Key Responsibilities
Specification & Design: Develop component-level specifications and review component DFMEA (Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis).
Program Management: Participate in Product Assurance Planning and manage suppliers to ensure all vehicle program milestones are successfully met.
Validation & Compliance: Deliver DVRR (Design Validation and Reliability Report) and complete all applicable compliance reports.
Quality Assurance: Participate in Reactive Quality Problem Solving and support Supplier Quality during Process Sign-off (PS) and PFMEA (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis) reviews.
Manufacturing Support: Provide plant support as needed (travel may be required).
Profil
Basic Qualifications
Education: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience developing automotive Vehicle Access systems.
Project Management: Proven ability to manage, prioritize, and direct multiple products and suppliers simultaneously.
Technical Skills: * Working knowledge of CAN, CAN FD, and Ethernet networks, along with associated analytical tools.
Experience with RF/Wireless systems and component design.
Knowledge of molding and packaging processes.
Software: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace applications.
Professional Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated leadership capabilities to effectively lead supplier teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Six Sigma or Shainin certification.
Deep knowledge of electronic product manufacturing processes.