Sr. Design Release Engineer - Chassis

Design Release Engineer- Exterior Accessories 

Minimum 5 Years experience in Design Release Engineering 

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Design Release to fill a opening with a manufacturing company located in Metro Detroit. The ideal candidates should have a background in design engineering, ideally in exteriors and accessories within automotive. 

Requirements of the Design Release Engineer 

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline required

• 8+ years of experience in automotive chassis engineering, ideally focused on Suspension Lift and Lowering Kits.

• Hands-on experience in at least two of the following areas:

  • Suspension architecture development, hardpoint creation, and initial design selection

  • Suspension Lift and Lower Kit design and release

  • Suspension component product engineering and release

  • Chassis fastener design and validation testing

• Solid knowledge of durability considerations impacting suspension components and systems.

• Proven experience with APQP methodologies and associated engineering documentation.

• Working knowledge of Catia V5, including model and drawing review, drawing modifications, sectioning, measurements, and related functions; 3D modeling capability is a plus.

• Experience working within PLM systems, including component releases and engineering change management.

• Understanding of applicable regulatory standards and compliance requirements, including NHTSA, FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, and related regulations.

   

Benefits of the Design Release Engineer

• Competitive salary

• Advancement potential

• Full time

• Paid time off

• Medical / Dental / Vision

• Profit Sharing & Pension plans

Responsibilities of the Design Release Engineer

• Lead the design and development of cost-effective, lightweight, and high-performing Chassis Accessories, including Suspension Lift and Lowering Kits.

• Play a key role in influencing the vehicle dynamics of accessorized vehicles through ownership of the design and release of suspension lift/lower kits and related hardware.

• Take full engineering ownership of APQP deliverables, including DFMEA, Engineering Specifications, DVP&R, Drawings, and Control Plans.

• Partner with Accessories Product Management and Purchasing to source new Chassis Accessories and Systems, conducting supplier technical evaluations to identify the best solutions from both functional and commercial perspectives.

• Develop, define, and release Suspension Lift and Lower Kits while collaborating closely with Chassis Ride Control DREs to ensure all vehicle performance objectives are achieved.

• Collaborate with Accessories, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH and Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation & Verification teams to launch robust Chassis Accessories and Systems that meet vehicle-level and component-level requirements.