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ROUSH

Senior Vehicle Development Engineer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer is a dynamic hands-on position that will plan, coordinate, and execute vehicle packaging, build, and validation. The role will lead project tasks and ...

Roush

Senior Vehicle Development Engineer

Allen Park, MI

$95K - $130K/yr

The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer is a dynamic hands-on position that will plan, coordinate, and execute vehicle packaging, build, and validation. The role will lead project tasks and ...

ROUSH

Senior Vehicle Development Engineer

Allen Park, MI · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer is a dynamic hands-on position that will plan, coordinate, and execute vehicle packaging, build, and validation. The role will lead project tasks and ...

Toyota

Vehicle Development Engineer

Salisbury, NC · On-site

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is ...

Gates

Mechanical Development Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI · On-site

$92K - $101K/yr

The Mechanical Development Engineer - E-Mobility Systems is responsible for the design, development ... Bicycle and light vehicle integration (frames, interfaces, mounts, tolerances) * Translate system ...

ThyssenKrupp

Vehicle

Hamilton, OH · On-site

The Vehicle Dynamics Engineer is responsible for ensuring Bilstein's cutting edge passive and ... Experience in vehicle development life cycles including transition from prototype to production in ...

SWJ TECHNOLOGY, LLC

Development Engineer

Novi, MI · On-site

We are currently seeking a Development Engineer for an assigned project with a client in the ... Support bench and vehicle testing, simulation activities, and root cause analysis. * Collaborate ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for vehicle development engineer in the United States is $96,155.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Vehicle Development Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or automotive engineering, strong analytical skills, and experience with vehicle systems and design principles. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools like MATLAB or Simulink, and knowledge of industry standards or certifications such as ISO/TS 16949 are typically required. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and project management skills help you collaborate effectively and drive innovation. These competencies are crucial for designing safe, efficient, and market-ready vehicles in a highly competitive industry.

What are Vehicle Development Engineers?

Vehicle Development Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and test vehicles or vehicle systems to ensure they meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards. They work on the overall development process, which includes concept design, prototyping, testing, and refinement of both mechanical and electronic systems. Their role often involves collaboration with other engineers, project managers, and manufacturers to bring innovative vehicles from concept to production. Vehicle Development Engineers play a critical part in advancing automotive technology, including electric and autonomous vehicles.

How does a Vehicle Development Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during the design and testing phases?

Vehicle Development Engineers work closely with a variety of teams such as design, manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance throughout the vehicle development process. During the design phase, they coordinate with designers to ensure that conceptual models are practical and meet engineering standards. In the testing phase, they partner with test engineers to analyze performance data and resolve any issues that arise. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as Vehicle Development Engineers often act as a bridge between technical and non-technical departments to ensure project goals are met on time and within budget.
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Senior Vehicle Development Engineer

ROUSH

Allen Park, MI • On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Roush rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 417 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

We work alongside the best and brightest to do incredibly cool things you wouldn’t believe.  At Roush, you’re part of building the future.  Are you someone that has a passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges?  Do you want to work someplace where creativity and new ideas are encouraged?  If so, then keep reading.
We fuse technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense and theme park industries.  With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage. 
We offer a full array of benefits to our full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer is a dynamic hands-on position that will plan, coordinate, and execute vehicle packaging, build, and validation. The role will lead project tasks and collaborate with cross-functional teams across Roush on large and small projects with customers. The Senior Vehicle Development Engineer will mentor and oversee team member’s technical deliverables to ensure Roush and customer standards are met.
As a Senior Vehicle Development Engineer, you will:
  • Lead development of engineering specifications, testing procedures, vehicle level DVPs (Design Validation Plans), PVPs (Process Validation Plans), CDPs (Compliance Demonstration Plans), and cost estimates, for automotive testing and development
  • Lead Planning, conducting, and directing system and vehicle level automotive testing
  • Lead development vehicle level target specifications, parameters, and targets and cascade to vehicle systems and organizations
  • Evaluate and document, vehicle 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) package for digital compatibility, clearance, and package issues
  • Lead resolution of cross-functional vehicle package and attribute issues
  • Oversee coordination of internal and external support activities in professional and shop environment departments (i.e., testing, machine shop, engine build, fabrications, garage services)
  • Lead Preparing and delivering technical reports and presentations for testing and development work deliverables
  • Oversee prototype vehicle build and development and manage fleet of test and evaluation vehicles
  • Support component and system design and engineering activities
To be considered as a Senior Vehicle Development Engineer, you will need:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Minimum 4 years of experience creating, planning, and managing automotive test plans and procedures
  • Experience as a design and release engineer for the automotive industry
  • Experience conducting presentations and management reviews
  • Experience performing digital packaging assessments and compatibility checks
  • Advanced knowledge of vehicle level and system level specifications, attributes, and targets
  • Strong knowledge of body, chassis, powertrain, studio, and electrical systems
  • Advanced knowledge of DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), DVPs (Design Validation Plans), PVP (Process Validation Plans), vehicle requirements and test procedures such as ISO (International Organization for Standardization), SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards)
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical data to various audiences
  • Hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Willingness to learn how to research and interpret regulations and create CDPs (Compliance Demonstration Plans)
  • Must be willing to travel 15% of the time
  • Must have a valid drivers license
A successful candidate may also have:
  • Automotive OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) or Tier 1 experience
  • Dynamic vehicle evaluation experience (ride and handling, NVH (Noise, Vibration, & Harshness), ergonomics, performance, and limit handling)
  • Vehicle proving ground experience
  • Advanced knowledge of data acquisition systems and vehicle instrumentation
  • Advanced knowledge of data collection post processing to create meaningful reports and conclusions
  • Knowledge of fastened and bolted joints, torque testing, and testing audits
  • Functional proficiency with CAD software SolidWorks, Siemens NX Unigraphics (UG), or similar.
  • Active, or recent, proving grounds licenses at TRC (Transportation Research Center), FTTA (FT Techno of America), OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), or similar
  • Demonstrated ability to Interpret FMVSS requirements and create and execute CDP (Compliance Demonstration Plans)
  • Working level understanding of European safety and emissions regulations and the type-approval certification process

Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, paid vacation, paid holidays.
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Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087.

 

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