Design and Release Engineer - BIW upperbody

Key Responsibilities:Own and manage the design, development, and release of BIW upper body components/subassemblies. This includes parametric modeling using NX.Work with external suppliers, internal stamping plants, and vehicle plant body shop to ensure manufacturability, cost, and material performance meet project milestones and vehicle functional objectives.Develop and manage CBOM and quadris for subassembliesCreate Source Package technical documentation and manage technical reviews with the suppliers and internal teams.Define and track engineering validation plans (DVP&R, DFMEA, PFMEA) and coordinate physical testing.Provide onsite plant launch support to triage, root cause and establish corrective actions to address assembly, build variation, BSR or any other fit and finish items or launch gating issues.Ensure designs comply with internal standards, vehicle performance targets, and regulatory requirements.Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams.RequirementsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.5 years of experience in automotive sheet metal development or related area.Proficient in CAD software (Teamcenter, NX, Vis Pro) and PLM systems.Strong knowledge of metal forming and joining techniques.Familiarity with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, tolerance stack up, and typical automotive validation testingExcellent problem-solving and project management skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Self-motivated individual.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in engineering or related technical field.KBE trainedExperience working directly with internal and/or tier 1 stamping suppliers.Experience with problem solving such as Red-XExperience with robust design such as DFSSExperience with change management, release, and warranty systemsKnowledge of global automotive standardsUnderstanding of sheet metal grades and applicationsHands-on experience with vehicle body shop, pre-production builds and plant launch activities.Travel:Occasional travel required to supplier sites, test labs, proving grounds and manufacturing facilities. Some travel to manufacturing facilities outside U.S. in Canada and Mexico may be required.