Interior Components Design & Release Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

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Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Interior Systems Engineer (DRE) to lead the design, development, and integration of interior accessory systems across the full vehicle lifecycle. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality, customer-facing components such as storage systems, trim parts, and speaker mounts, ensuring performance, quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will act as a key interface between engineering, design, manufacturing, validation, and suppliers, driving system integration, issue resolution, and program execution in a fast-paced development environment.

Key Responsibilities

System Integration & Engineering Ownership

• Lead end-to-end development of interior accessory systems (storage bins, trim covers, speaker mounts, etc.)
• Ensure system-level functionality, packaging feasibility, and interface alignment
• Define and manage interfaces with cockpit, console, body, electrical, and safety systems
• Drive technical decisions and optimize design solutions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary interface across design, engineering, manufacturing, safety, and validation teams
• Collaborate with Studio, Body, NVH, Vehicle Dynamics, and Validation teams
• Lead technical design reviews and drive issue resolution

Supplier & Component Development

• Partner with suppliers to ensure design feasibility, quality, and on-time delivery
• Resolve design, packaging, and fitment issues
• Manage component release, PPAP, and engineering change processes
• Ensure proper integration of hardware and attachment systems

Validation & Testing

• Define validation requirements and ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards (e.g., FMVSS)
• Review and support DV/PV testing activities and results
• Ensure robustness and reliability of components

Program Execution & Launch

• Support prototype builds and vehicle integration
• Track milestones, risks, and deliverables
• Ensure readiness for production launch
• Maintain documentation and manage changes via PLM systems

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5 years of experience in automotive interior systems or accessories engineering
• Strong experience in system integration and component development
• Knowledge of plastic part design and injection molding
• Experience with validation/testing processes (DV/PV)
• Ability to read and work with CAD data (CATIA V5 preferred)
• Experience with PLM systems and engineering change management
• Understanding of regulatory standards (FMVSS, NHTSA)
• Strong cross-functional communication and coordination skills

Preferred

• Experience across multiple interior systems (trim, storage, speaker integration, etc.)
• Hands-on CATIA V5 modeling
• Experience in startup or new vehicle programs
• Familiarity with APQP process

Profile

• Hands-on, detail-oriented engineer with strong ownership mindset
• Proven ability to drive components from concept to production
• Strong system-level thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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