(DRE) - Plastics Seats Engineer

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you'll collaborate on some of the world's toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.Job DescriptionDesign Release Engineer (DRE) focused on plastic components for automotive seating systems. Responsible for the design, development, and release of plastic components within the seat system, ensuring compliance with performance, cost, and timing objectives.Strong technical knowledge of plastics engineering, tooling, and manufacturing processes; collaborates closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers.Key ResponsibilitiesLead design and release of plastic components for seat systems (e.g., side shields, backs, trim covers, recliner covers)Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, durability, and regulatory requirementsLead design & development activities according to client design practicesManage change control through CN/PLM systemsWork closely with suppliers on tooling feasibility, material selection, and manufacturing processesSupport DFMEA, DVP&R activities with suppliersProgram DeliveryTrack and meet program timing, cost, and quality targetsResolve technical issues promptly and escalates risks as neededCross-Functional CollaborationCoordinate with structures, foam, trim, and JIT teams to ensure seamless integration of plastic componentsSupport launch readiness and plant build eventsBasic QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or related fieldMinimum of 2 years in automotive plastics design and development (preferably seating systems)Strong knowledge of injection molding, tooling, and material propertiesFamiliarity with automotive standards and validation processesExperience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysisStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent communication and supplier management abilitiesPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of sustainability initiatives and lightweighting strategiesProficiency in Teamcenter/NX and/or PLM/CATIA V5Compliance NoticeALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.Seniority LevelEntry levelEmployment TypeFull-timeJob FunctionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Technology, Information and InternetReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at ALTEN Technology USA by 2xGet notified about new Plastics Engineer jobs in Auburn Hills, MI.J-18808-Ljbffr