Design Release Engineer – Suspension
Warren, OH - USA
Job Summary
Job Description
We are seeking a Design Release Engineer to support the design development release integration and lifecycle management of suspension components and systems. This role supports suspension solutions that meet vehicle targets for ride handling durability NVH packaging cost quality timing and customer expectations.
Support the design and release of assigned suspension components and systems from concept through production.
Translate vehicle objectives into component and system requirements including performance durability load operating packaging and tuning requirements.
Develop and maintain designs 3D models drawings specifications bills of material design records and engineering changes.
Collaborate with Vehicle Dynamics Chassis Structures Controls Manufacturing Quality Purchasing suppliers and program teams.
Support component subsystem and vehicle-level testing including K&C rig durability and vehicle evaluations.
Analyze test and development issues identify root causes and support corrective actions and design updates.
Support supplier technical reviews design decisions issue resolution and launch readiness.
Maintain DFMEAs DVP&Rs requirements BOMs and issue-tracking documentation.
Manage assigned deliverables and support program timing cost quality performance and launch objectives.
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related discipline.
Three or more years of experience in vehicle suspension design development testing or release.
Experience supporting the design and release of suspension components or systems.
Working knowledge of suspension design vehicle dynamics K&C durability NVH spring and damper matching load management and component interfaces.
Experience with engineering drawings 3D models specifications BOMs DFMEAs DVP&Rs and test-data analysis.
Ability to resolve technical issues manage assigned work and meet timing cost quality and performance objectives.
Strong collaboration and technical communication skills.
Experience with suspension hardware for trucks SUVs or other high-load vehicles.
Experience with towing hauling off-road performance or track-focused programs.
Experience supporting components through validation production launch and lifecycle support.
Exposure to electronically controlled suspension or chassis control systems.
Experience with supplier development manufacturing feasibility cost optimization or launch activities.
Masters degree in a related engineering discipline.
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