Design & Release Engineer - Novi, MI  - Onsite

Position:  Design & Release Engineer (DRE)
location:  Novi, MI  - Onsite
Job Type:  Contract - 12+ Months 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline + 10-15+ years of automotive Body Electronics engineering experience.
• Proven experience as a Design & Release Engineer (DRE) for Body Electronics components.
• End-to-end ownership of body electronic ECUs through concept, design, supplier sourcing, validation, launch, and production support.
• Experience with body electronics such as: Body Control Modules (BCM), Steering Column Control Modules, Passive Entry / Keyless Entry, Electronic Parking Brake, Door & Window Modules, Lighting Systems, HVAC Control Modules, TPMS, Interior Switches, Sensors & Actuators
• Strong experience working directly with Tier 1 suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, manufacturing launches, and production issue resolution.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, ISO 26262, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems and ECU development.
• Previous OEM experience (Scout, VW, Stellantis, Ford, GM, Rivian, Lucid, Tesla, etc.).
• Experience with both hardware and embedded software development.
• Familiarity with CAE and electrical simulation tools.

HM’s Ideal Candidate Profile:

• The ideal candidate has been the engineering owner (DRE) for one or more Body Electronic Control Units, not simply someone who supported integration, validation, calibration, testing, software, wiring, or manufacturing.
• Strong candidates will have owned products such as: Body Control Modules, Door Modules, Electronic Parking Brake, Keyless Entry Systems, Steering Column Modules, Lighting Electronics, HVAC Control Modules, TPMS, Interior Electronics, Switch Assemblies through concept, supplier sourcing, design, validation, and production launch, while coordinating directly with suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams.