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Design Release Engineer (Upper Body Structure)

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$40 - $42.50/hr

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The engineer will lead the following design engineering activities from pre-program through launch ... Upper Body sheet metal - Roof panel and roof ditch A, B, C and D pillar outer and inner structures ...

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Design Release Engineer (Upper Body Structure)

Dearborn, MI • On-site

G-TECH Services
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$40 - $42.50/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Design & Release (D&R) Engineer to develop and release automotive upper body structural components, including roof systems, pillars, quarter panels, and bodyside sheet metal. The engineer will lead product development activities from concept through production launch while ensuring safety, quality, cost, weight, and timing targets are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and release automotive sheet metal components for upper body structures.
  • Develop and review 3D CAD models using CATIA V5/V6 or 3DX.
  • Ensure designs meet vehicle safety, durability, NVH, and structural performance requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, purchasing, CAE, and cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Support prototype builds, testing, tooling kick-off, and production launch activities.
  • Manage engineering changes and resolve design, manufacturing, and quality concerns.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Design & Release (D&R) Engineer or Structures Engineer.
  • Experience in automotive sheet metal design and product development.
  • Working knowledge of CATIA V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Ford body structures or automotive body-in-white (BIW) systems.
  • Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, DMAIC, DFSS, 8D, DOE, and Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies.
  • Understanding of roof crush, side impact, durability, and vehicle structural performance requirements.

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Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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