Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
3+ years as a Design and Release Engineer in automotive restraint systems.
Knowledge of FMVSS and IIHS regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with simulation and testing for safety systems.
Experience managing project schedules and engineering documentation.
Proficient in preparing FMA documents and Design Verification Plans.
Strong program management skills for handling multiple tasks.
Responsibilities
Design and release automotive restraint system components like seatbelts and airbags.
Monitor development of interior trim and related components.
Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory design requirements.
Translate customer and regulatory needs into engineering targets.
Manage project timelines and ensure timely delivery of engineering drawings.
Develop and maintain quality documentation and verification plans.
Track supplier deliverables and oversee product development progress.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automotive safety technologies.
Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
Exposure to regulatory compliance and industry standards.
Professional development opportunities in automotive engineering.
Supportive culture for resolving production and quality issues.
Full Job Description
Automotive Restraints Design and Release Engineer
Overview / Summary
We are seeking an experienced Automotive Restraints Design and Release Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and release of automotive restraint systems, subsystems, and components. The role involves coordinating product development activities, managing engineering changes, supporting suppliers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, manufacturing, and assembly requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, validate, and release automotive restraint system components, including seatbelts, airbags, steering wheels, buckles, and height adjusters.
Monitor the development of interior trim and interfacing components in accordance with established engineering benchmarks.
Ensure component designs meet corporate, regulatory, customer, engineering, system design, manufacturing, and assembly requirements.
Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets.
Manage project timing, release engineering drawings and specifications, and ensure on-time part delivery for program milestones.
Develop and maintain FMA documents, Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R), and quality documentation.
Track supplier deliverables and monitor product development progress.
Monitor suppliers and analyze customer feedback to identify and address quality concerns.
Coordinate engineering changes and new design implementation at assembly plants, including discussions with suppliers and other stakeholders.
Support suppliers and assembly teams in resolving production quality and manufacturing issues.
Support Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) activities for mass production.
Apply applicable regulatory and public-domain requirements, including FMVSS and IIHS requirements, to product development and validation activities.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
At least 3 years of experience as a Design and Release Engineer working with automotive restraint system components.
Working knowledge of regulatory and public-domain requirements, including FMVSS and IIHS.
Working knowledge of simulation and testing methodologies for restraint and safety systems.
Experience managing project schedules, engineering drawings, specifications, supplier deliverables, and program milestones.
Experience preparing FMA documents, DVP&R, and quality documentation.
Strong program management skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize competing tasks effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree.
Familiarity with automotive engineering processes and systems.
Experience with interfacing interior components, such as cockpit trim.
About HTC Global Services
HTC Global Services is a global provider of IT and Business Process Services and Solutions. Founded in 1990, HTC is headquartered in Troy, Michigan with delivery centers across multiple locations in North America, Europe, India, and Malaysia. HTC is an Inc. 500 Hall of Fame company and has been recognized by numerous industry and trade publications as a top provider of services. HTC has a strong client base of Global 2000 customers. HTC has a strong focus on healthcare, retail, financial services, and automotive verticals. HTC has a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility and has been recognized for its contributions to the community.
