Job Description:

• Client is seeking a Design/Development Release Engineer for Vehicle Access and Key Authentication ECU modules.
• The Engineer will work with product design/release engineers and various support groups to specify and carry out development and partner with suppliers to complete design and qualify for production.
• The Engineer will interface with the EE Systems group to define vehicle level functional specifications, vehicle packaging teams, and Product Design Office to define first surface components.
• The candidate will also: Develop component level specifications; participate in Product Assurance Planning (Program Management); manage the supplier of the components to ensure vehicle program milestones are met/achieved; review component DFMEA (Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis);deliver DVRR (Design Validation and Reliability Report) and complete applicable compliance reports.
• The candidate will participate in Reactive Quality Problem Solving and will be supporting Supplier Quality during Process Sign-off (PS) and PFMEA reviews (Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis).
• Travel for plant support may be required for this position.
• The Product Design and Engineering careers at Client offer the chance to drive innovation and embrace bold new challenges as a member of the team responsible for revolutionizing the automotive industry.
• Today, we're on a new road, with defined goals and renewed energy.
• You will see it in our attention to quality and performance, and in the groundbreaking designs and technologies that create an unparalleled driving experience for our customers.
• In keeping with these objectives and considering increasing electronics and software content in vehicles today.

Basic Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical from an ABET accredited university
• A minimum of 3 years of experience developing automotive Vehicle Access systems
• Ability to manage and prioritize issues/tasks in directing multiple products and suppliers
• Working knowledge of CAN, CAN FD and Ethernet networks and associated analytical tools
• Experience with RF/Wireless systems and component design
• Knowledge of molding and packaging processes
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft/Google Office Suite applications
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong leadership skills (prepared to lead a supplier team)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma or Shainin certification
• Knowledge of electronic product manufacturing processes