Closure Design Release Engineer

Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions.

The world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment.

Requirements to be met: 

- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).

- Commute daily to Auburn Hills, MI.

As a Closure Design release Engineer, you will lead the development of critical rear-vehicle systems, ensuring they meet rigorous safety, functional, and manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities: 

 

• Design & Development: Responsible for the engineering, design, development, timing, and release of rear body closure sheet metal (e.g., liftgates, decklids, or tailgates) and associated hinging systems.
• Validation: Manage the development and validation of assigned components; communicate technical product status and competitor benchmarking to management.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead packaging coordination with adjacent departments including electromechanical (latches/cinching motors), electrical (harnessing), lighting (taillamps), and interior/exterior trim.
• Virtual Performance: Work closely with virtual validation groups to ensure the CAE scorecard is met and verify manufacturing feasibility.
• Quality Documentation: Maintain and update DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report) and DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).
• Supplier Management: Support and manage suppliers for quality actions and Value Optimization (VO) activities.
• Collaborative Alignment: Support meetings during NA work hours and collaborate with local engineering, Architecture/Vehicle Concepts, and program science teams to align iterative models with packaging and system requirements.

 

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
• Engineering, or an equivalent ABET-accredited program.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant automotive engineering experience.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Unigraphics NX and Teamcenter.
• Technical Expertise: Intermediate to advanced experience in Body-in-White (BIW), Rear Closures, or Exterior Systems.
• Materials & Process :• Experience with composites and composite production processes.
• Experience with steel and aluminum forming processes.
• Knowledge of high-strength steels, weld parameters, and GD&T.

• Manufacturing: Previous BIW in-plant launch experience is highly preferred.
• Risk Management: Proven experience with DFMEA and DVP&R protocols.

Requirements to be met: 

- Eligible to work in USA (Canadian citizens are eligible for the TN Visa).

- Commute daily to Auburn Hills.