Design Release Engineer

Position: Design Release Engineer, Turbocharger System

Location: Onsite. Auburn Hills, MI.

Travel: Occasional travel to Mexico, Canada and US based suppliers and manufacturing plant.



Requirements:

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering from an ABET accredited school or equivalent.


• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience working with design and manufacturing of turbocharger components, including metal stamping and casting.


• Understanding of engine components related manufacturing processes, i.e. Aluminum/steel stamping, aluminum casting, machining, etc.


• Understanding of product development documentation such as, DFMEA and DVP&R.


• Understanding of Mechanics of Materials, Sealing systems, CAE Analysis, and GD&T.


• Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for mechanical components.


• Ability to author system/component level requirements.


• Strong interpersonal communication, team/leadership skills/experience.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Strong project management skills/experience.


• Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design & Development:
  
  
  
  • Lead the design of the Turbocharger System hardware, ducting and engine interfaces.
  
  
  • Develop and refine the Turbocharger System for function, cost and quality, durability, NVH, etc.
  
  
  • Support CAD modeling, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and other design validation methods to ensure structural integrity and compliance with standards.
  
  
  • Collaborate with other engineering teams (airflow, thermal, packaging) to integrate the turbocharger system.
  
  
  
  


• Release & Program Management:
  
  
  
  • Manage design release activities from early concept through production, including the timely completion of B-Sample, C-Sample, X0, X1, X2, and X3 milestones.
  
  
  • Own the Bill of Materials (BOM) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for turbocharger components.
  
  
  • Ensure all parts meet quality, cost, and timing requirements.
  
  
  • Drive the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for turbocharger components, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer specifications.
  
  
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, suppliers, and quality, to ensure the successful release and implementation of designs.
  
  
  
  


• Technical Guidance & Problem Solving:
  
  
  
  • Provide technical leadership and support during the development and production stages to resolve design issues, material selection challenges, and process-related problems.
  
  
  • Lead DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and other risk assessment activities to ensure design robustness and mitigate potential issues.
  
  
  • Participate in the development of testing strategies for turbocharger components, including vibration, crash, and thermal testing.
  
  
  
  


• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Work closely with suppliers to ensure design feasibility, cost competitiveness, and manufacturability of turbocharger components.
  
  
  • Collaborate with validation teams to define and implement validation testing, ensuring turbocharger components meet functional and performance metrics.
  
  
  • Partner with vehicle integration teams to ensure proper fitment, safety, and integration of turbocharger components into the overall vehicle platform.
  
  
  
  


• Documentation & Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications, drawings, test plans, and validation reports.
  
  
  • Ensure that all technical documentation is up-to-date and aligns with program timelines and PPAP requirements.
  
  
  • Report on project status, timelines, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders.
  
  
  
  

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