Product Engineer Chassis

Optimal Inc.

Dearborn, MI

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Braking Systems, Chassis Engineering, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Documentation, Electricity, Embedded Systems, Functional Analysis, Hardware Architecture, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Process Development, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Safety, Production Systems, Quality Assurance, Safety Engineering, Safety Process, Safety Systems, Safety/Work Safety, Software Design, System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Technical Delivery, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Dearborn, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Description:

  • An OEM is strengthening its core competency in Functional Safety to support the delivery of advanced vehicle technologies that create a best-in-class customer experience.
  • Work with cross-functional and global teams within Product Development to conduct ISO 26262 Functional Safety analysis of challenging new and carry-over technology, including Chassis and Steering Systems.
  • Adhere to OEM ISO 26262 processes, methods, tools, and information (formal and on the job training will be provided).
  • Create, maintain and deliver Functional Safety work products within Product Development.
  • Lead in creating and continuously improving innovative, simple, and safe advanced system designs. Work with other Functional Safety engineers to complete foundational and future Functional Safety analysis.
  • Work with other Functional Safety Engineers to create globally common safety ratings, processes, methods, tools, training, and help to accelerate global adoption of SysML based Functional Safety analysis at OEM.
  • Results in moving fast and continuously innovating great systems engineering into key technology at OEM.

Job Responsibilities:

  • This role focuses on Functional Safety activities within Chassis systems-including braking and steering-critical elements of vehicle dynamics and control.
  • As a Product Engineer - Functional Safety (Chassis), you will play a key role within Product Development, partnering with technology subject matter experts and global cross-functional teams.
  • You will apply model-based systems engineering (MBSE/SysML) tools to conduct Functional Safety analyses and help design safe, robust, and production-ready systems aligned with ISO 26262 standards.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to next-generation vehicle technologies while growing your expertise in systems engineering and safety-critical product development.

The position is a short term (~6 months) with potential to extend depending on the business demand.

Skills Required:

  • Lead and support ISO 26262 Functional Safety analyses for new and carry-over Chassis and Steering systems.
  • Collaborate with global, cross-functional Product Development teams to ensure safety is embedded from concept through production.
  • Create, maintain, and deliver required Functional Safety work products in alignment with established processes and standards.
  • Apply MBSE/SysML methodologies to improve analysis efficiency and system clarity.
  • Contribute to the development of innovative, simplified, and safe system architectures.
  • Support the advancement of globally aligned safety ratings, processes, methods, tools, and training initiatives.
  • Promote continuous improvement and accelerate adoption of SysML-based Functional Safety practices across engineering teams.

Skills Preferred:

  • Working knowledge of electrical/electronic systems and software fundamentals.
  • Experience in Systems Engineering, Systems Thinking, or MBSE (SysML preferred).
  • Background in designing system, software, or electronic hardware architectures.
  • Familiarity with Quality Assurance concepts and standards.
  • Strong written technical communication skills with the ability to produce clear, structured documentation.

Experience Required:

  • Minimum 2+ years of experience applying ISO 26262 to Chassis or Steering systems.
  • Experience in Systems Engineering principles and methodologies.

Why Join?

  • Contribute to industry-leading vehicle technologies in safety-critical systems.
  • Collaborate with global engineering teams driving innovation.
  • Gain hands-on experience with advanced MBSE and Functional Safety practices.
  • Play a direct role in delivering safe, high-quality products to customers worldwide.
  • If you are passionate about systems engineering and Functional Safety-and ready to help shape the future of vehicle dynamics technology-we encourage you to apply.

Education Required:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.

Education Preferred:
Master's Degree in Engineering or related technical field.

Additional Information:
HYBRID: 4 days per week in office (Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs) and 1 day from Virtual Office (home)

About the Company

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Optimal Inc.