Chassis DRE

Akkodis is seeking a Seat DRE for a Contract 12+ Months job with a client in Auburn Hills, MI.

Rate Range
: $30/hour to $40/hour; on W2. The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors

We are looking for a Design Release Engineer (DRE) for our seat complete group. This role will be responsible for the design, development, and release of seating systems and components. Additionally, the DRE ensures compliance with performance, cost, and timing objectives. The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge of seat components and processes and will interface with other commodities such as cockpit, trim, restraints, body, electrical, and manufacturing.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited university

• 2+ years in automotive seating systems design, development & launch
• Knowledge of injection molding, tooling, and material properties
• Familiarity with automotive standards and validation processes

• Proficiency in Teamcenter/NX and/or PLM/CATIA V5 are a plus
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• MUST HAVE excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• an EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan

Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer:
These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
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