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Rear Closures Core Engineer

Advantage Technical
Dearborn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/3/2026

Now Hiring: Rear Closures Core Engineer

Location: Dearborn, MI (Hybrid: 4 Days Onsite)

Pay: $42.31 /hour

We are seeking an experienced Rear Closures Core Engineer to support the design, development, and release of automotive closure systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled mechanical or product engineer with experience in liftgates, tailgates, cargo doors, swing gates, hinges, latches, mechanisms, and system integration.

In this role, you will develop technical requirements, engineering strategies, and validation documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality vehicle closure systems. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical writing and product development experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and release technical requirements and engineering specifications
  • Create and maintain DFMEA, DVP&R, FMA, and related engineering documentation
  • Support closure system design, validation, and product launch activities
  • Perform competitive benchmarking and technical analysis
  • Work with 3D CAD models using CATIA V5 and related engineering tools
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve performance and quality targets
  • Support issue resolution, corrective actions, and continuous product improvement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 5 years of experience developing automotive closure systems (doors, hoods, liftgates, tailgates, cargo doors, etc.)
  • Experience writing technical specifications and engineering requirements
  • Knowledge of statics, dynamics, structural mechanics, and system integration
  • Familiarity with CATIA V5, product development processes, DFMEA, DVP&R, and benchmarking
  • Experience with sheet metal structures, hinges, latches, seals, and mechanisms preferred

Employee Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter/Parking Accounts
  • People Perks Program
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • AD&D Insurance

This is a hybrid temporary position requiring candidates to work onsite in Dearborn, MI four days per week.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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