Consumer Electronics, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Office Automation

Design Release Engineer - Automotive

MichiganOnsiteFull Time$107,000–$125,000 /yrPosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

BSME
BSEE
Automotive Industry
GM Systems
ECR Process
GPDS
PRTS
Component Technical Specification

Nice to have

Unigraphics
Catia V5
CAD
3D math
2D math

Role summary

Sharp Electronics is seeking a Design Release Engineer (DRE) to manage the engineering release of Sharp LCD Modules into GM Systems. This role ensures product design, cost, quality, and timing targets are met, requiring proactive resolution of technical issues with both Sharp and GM teams. The DRE will work closely with the Program Manager to meet milestones and exceed customer expectations. Responsibilities include releasing parts in GM systems using ECR processes, supporting validation plans, resolving concerns, approving components in Team Center Engineering (TCe), assisting with vehicle builds, and defining system requirements. The position requires a BSME or BSEE and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the Automotive Industry. Experience with Unigraphics/Catia V5 and Team Center Engineering (TCe) is desired. This hybrid role requires 3 days a week onsite at GM in Warren, MI.

Overview

The Design Release Engineer (DRE) takes the lead in the Engineering release of the Sharp LCD Modules into the GM Systems, while ensuring the product design theme, cost, quality/reliability and timing targets are met.

The DRE is responsible for resolving design direction and technical issues in a proactive manner both within Sharp and at GM. Reporting to the Sharp Engineering Manager, the DRE works closely with the Program Manager to ensure program milestones are met and part release meets or exceeds customer expectations.

Responsibilities

Release parts within the GM system using the ECR process

Work with Sharp Engineering team in root cause analysis and resolution of defined concerns

Work with Sharp Engineering team to complete the approval of component validation plans during the development process

Work with Sharp Engineering team to resolve validation concerns and implement corrective actions

Responsible for review and approval for release of components in Team Center Engineering (TCe)

Support vehicle build process and vehicle signoff activities for all prototypes

Update vehicles with latest production intent components

Assist with the definition of system and hardware requirements

Key customer contact for packaging and part release requirements

Initiate math data transfer into GM system

Responsible for math and drawing release within Sharp

Release parts within the General Motors GPDS system, and ensure timely closure of engineering changes, using GM ECR process

Develop and input Interface Control Documents (ICDs) as required

Resolve issues on assigned Component Technical Specification sections

Inputs answers into GM PRTS system

Support assembly plant or Tier 1 build events as required

Work with the Program Manager (PM) to co-Facilitate the Product Development Team process and meetings, and co-Facilitate Design Reviews

Work with the PM to support Sharp developed project plans accordingly

Work with Engineering and PM to ensure component hardware delivery requirements are met

Position Requirements

BSME or BSEE required

Minimum 2 years experience required working in the Automotive Industry

Knowledge using Unigraphics & Catia V5 as the CAD tool for 2D and 3D math is a plus

Knowledge of Team Center Engineering (TCe) is desired

Travel to Asia to support program development and product launch may be required

Position requires 3 days a week to report into GM in Warren, MI

About Sharp Electronics Device Division (SECD)

Sharp Electronics Automotive Group is responsible for the design and manufacturing of various display technologies for automotive applications. The demand for these products has been steadily growing in cars and Sharp is leading these efforts to provide cutting edge technologies for our automotive customers.

Employee Perks

Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision).

401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.

Employee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support. Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)

Rewarding and holistic wellness program.

Training, professional development, and mentorship

Full suite of voluntary insurance benefits for financial planning (auto, home, ID protection and legal)

Dynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.

The listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.

Compensation Statement$107,000—$125,000 USD

Sharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer – minority – female – disability - veteran.

As part of our recruitment process, Sharp Electronics may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in the recruiting process. These tools are used to support, and not replace, human decision-making. We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices, and all hiring decisions are made or reviewed by qualified personnel.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. Local candidates only, please.

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