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Design Release Engineer

HTC Global Services
Dearborn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2026 CLOSED ON 1/31/2026

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Job Description

Job Description:

  • Manage DVP as per GPDS VPP timing, including, milestone identification and test classification.
    • Confirm component and System CAE Electrical and Mechanical (IPS) are complete as part of the DV audits.
  • Generate DVP with inputs from Design and Release (D&Rs) engineers;
    • Generate Test Method proposals utilizing benchmarking.
    • Continuously identify and evaluate DV opportunities based on warranty/field findings.
  • Lead DV testing activities with D&Rs and suppliers (EDS, plastics, metal brackets etc.)
    • Generate DV plans for cost reduction ideas as required.
    • Perform engineering cost estimates for physical test plans.
    • Define and request engineering prototypes tests by build phase.
  • Track closure of DVs as per DVP
    • Ensure that Technical Design Reviews (TDRs) occur, and preparation meetings are scheduled between D&Rs and Supplier. Support program with TDR documentation guidance.
    • Confirm that all TDR Checklist items are fully closed, and the evidence is enough for the evaluation. Confirm that red and yellow items closure plan has been reviewed and approved through the Milestone Management Reviews.
    • Support Chief Attestation sign-off reviews.
    • Confirm eCAR matrix assessment is done.
    • Ensure HCA (harness complexity analysis) is executed (using Falcon), and stored at WERS for every Notice Released.
    • Review DCCS re-DV by DCR for design changes post FDJ.
    • Review ACCS re-DV by DCR for alerts (post DCVs).
  • Lead part ordering through RPS for DVP validation and sign off
  • Raise issues in systems per DVP review of non-compliant DVs
  • Support creation and upkeep of VOME SCCAF, supplier SCCAF & DFMEA
  • Review Change Point Analysis Worksheet (CPAW)
  • Durability/VOCF vehicle testing review with D&Rs
  • PV review a. Support On-Site Evaluations in manufacturing and assembly plants as required to ensure DV& PV deliverables are completed.
  • Quality
    • Quality history review with quality assurance team and TS
    • Lead lessons learned dashboard inputs, read across and track fix implementation for owned VLs.
    • Support Campaign Prevent events; audit virtual design review closure from D&R side
    • Attend PRA/PAC forum and lead 3L5W Detection leg.
  • Knowledge and application of six sigma and 8D
Skills Required:

  • Design Release Engineer Design Release Engineer – Experience designing and releasing high voltage wiring harnesses including launch.

Skills Preferred:

  • CAD Design 1. CAD Design - CAD Design – 3DX experience a plus, with CATIA/TeamCenter or other CAD experience considered.

Experience Required:

  • 5-10 year of wiring harness design and vehicle launch Basic 3D CAD Knowledge (3DX preferred, TeamCenter, CATIA) GPDS knowledge and understanding Experience with automotive PPAP process Understanding of feature partitioning. Solid automotive engineering knowledge, especially in wiring harness design.

Experience Preferred:

  • Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics desired). Microsoft Office Usage (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio). Time and Project Management Wiring harness manufacturing Knowledge of manufacturing quality documentation (PFMEA, control plans, line flow charts Component testing experience (bench/dyno/vehicle). Working knowledge of commercially available AI tools and resources.

Education Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree

What Makes HTC A Great Place To Build Your Future

HTC Global Services wants you to join our team. Come build new things with us and advance your career. At HTC Global, you’ll collaborate with experts, work alongside clients, and be part of high-performing teams driving success together. You’ll have long-term opportunities to grow your career and develop skills in the latest emerging technologies.

At HTC Global Services, our employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits can include Group Health (Medical, Dental, and Vision), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Group Life and Disability insurance, Professional Development opportunities, Wellness programs, and a variety of other perks.

Our success as a company is built on inclusion and diversity. HTC Global Services is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate differences and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and skills drive innovation and success. HTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud National Minority Supplier. We seek to empower each individual, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and respected.

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