Design Release Engineer - Power Transfer Module/Rear Drive Module

The Design Release Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of driveline systems and components, ensuring robust performance and reliability from concept through production. The role requires strong expertise in automotive engineering with a focus on driveline systems, supported by solid analytical and problem‑solving skills. The candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, suppliers, and program teams, demonstrating effective communication and leadership capabilities. Leveraging technical depth and a continuous improvement mindset, the engineer will optimize designs and deliver innovative solutions that enhance product performance, durability, and system integration.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, focused primarily on Power Transfer Units and Rear Drive Modules.
• Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
• Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
• Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
• Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering, with a focus on driveline systems
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
• Strong knowledge of driveline components from any of the following: Power Transfer Units, Rear Drive, Modules, Gear Reducer, Axle, T-case, differential, Gears, etc.
• Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results
• Understanding of root cause analysis tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Engineering
• Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended function into requirements.
• Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations
• Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
• Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
• Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving