Now Hiring: Powertrain Design Release Engineer
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Pay Rate: Up to $49.00/hr
Looking for an opportunity to apply your engineering expertise in a fast-paced automotive environment? Join a collaborative team focused on supporting the release and validation of driveline service parts, including transmissions, transfer cases, drive shafts, and related powertrain components. This engineering role offers hands-on involvement with product releases, engineering documentation, supplier coordination, and validation activities.
Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent engineering experience
- Experience in design release engineering, process engineering, test engineering, or a related automotive engineering field preferred
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a cross-functional environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings; GD&T knowledge is a plus
- Experience with Teamcenter, PPAP, APQP, DFMEA, or related quality systems preferred
- Occasional travel within the U.S. (approximately 6 trips per year)
Job Duties
- Support the release and implementation of remanufactured driveline and powertrain service parts
- Create and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and engineering documentation
- Coordinate product releases with purchasing, inventory, suppliers, and other stakeholders
- Review supplier PPAP documentation, deviation requests, and validation requirements
- Track testing activities, analyze results, and support engineering approvals
- Assist with cost reduction, warranty improvement, and process optimization initiatives
- Create and maintain engineering drawings, models, and service procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely product launches
Employee Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter/Parking Accounts
- People Perks
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- AD&D Insurance
Apply Now
If you're an engineer with experience in product release processes, automotive systems, engineering change management, or supplier validation, this is a great opportunity to expand your skills while supporting critical powertrain programs. Apply today and take the next step in your engineering career.
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