Senior Design & Release Engineer, Seat Complete

## Senior Design & Release Engineer, Seat Complete Apply locations:
Troy, Michigan time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR100614
** ABOUT SLATE
** At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
** ABOUT SLATE
** At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.
** WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
** Slate for a dynamic, experienced
** Senior Design & Release Engineer, Seat Complete
** to join our growing team.

This role will be responsible for the design and release of Seating systems for Slate vehicles, ensuring that target performance and features, as well as FMVSS requirements, are met.  The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicle’s technical specifications and performance targets.  Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation, this position will ensure Slate’s quality, performance, and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
** WHAT YOU GET TO DO
*** Develop and implement functional objectives to meet project performance targets including Regulations, NVH, Durability, Craftsmanship, and Comfort.
* Lead the development of cost, weight, and functionally efficient Seat Complete systems including integration of JIT components:
Foam, Trim, Structures, Tracks, Headrests, Airbags, Electrical.
* Apply engineering disciplines and take on full responsibility for APQP documentation, including DFMEA, Engineering Specifications, DVP&R, Drawings, Control Plans.
* Collaborate with Purchasing in the sourcing of new Seating components / systems, whether for material cost reductions or new platforms, conducting supplier technical reviews to ensure the best source for the product from a functional and financial perspective.
* Create, specify, and release Seating components, working directly with our Vehicle Integration teams to ensure vehicle functional objectives are met.
* Work with affected teams to ensure that accessories (like removable trim covers, heated and vented trim covers, audio accessories and more ) are properly accommodated by the Seat and Electrical systems.
* Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components, including attaching hardware and joint design.
* Manage changes to parts / systems and resolve all functional, durability, and assembly issues identified.
* Deliver products to meet quality and reliability requirements and arrive on time for program milestones, with all necessary documentation and identification / labeling.
* Lead Design Reviews for each component / system at required milestones.
* Act as the primary liaison between Slate and suppliers of the parts under your umbrella.
* Engage with Accessories, Body, Restraints, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH, Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation and Verification to deliver robust Seating systems to production that meet vehicle level performance and component requirements.
* Ensure validation of the Seating system, reviewing test loads, set ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing.
* Create or assist in the creation of Product Assembly Documents and ensure joint development for your parts.
** WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
*** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required.  Master's degree is preferred.
* 8+ years of experience in automotive Seating System engineering.
* Applications-specific experience in at least 3 of the following areas / components:  + Seat JIT Integration.  + Seat complete FMVSS, IIHS and other 3rd party rating validation.  + Seat foam and trim…