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Design and Release Engineer

Sovereign Technologies
Dearborn, MI Contractor
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026

Job Description: Design and Release Engineer for supporting automotive transmission/engine unit systems. The work activities will include, but not be limited to:

 

 

Requirements/Responsibilities:

· Perform Design & Release engineering activities at component and system level.

· Follow the Design Change Checklist for each part to understand required DV and PV.

· Execute CAD and CAE updates as required.

· Develop DVP&R for the system and components.

· Work with and support Ford Purchasing and Buyers for supplier interactions and reviews

· Manage the new supplier interaction and management with support from Ford STA team.

· Create and maintain the detailed development work plans in support of program timing.

· Support and maintain engine BOM.

· Perform WERS release and participation in change control.

· Own the sub-system design release process using OEM PLM system (e.g. Teamcenter, CATIA, etc.).

· Approve drawings, BOMs, part numbers, and configuration content.

· Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECR''s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO''s).

· Ensure design change impacts to cost, quality, emissions, and timing are evaluated and communicated.

· Lead Validation, APQP & Launch Support

· Lead engine sub-system related APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, SCAAFS, Control Plans etc.

· Support DV/PV testing: durability, thermal, NVH, performance, and emissions.

· Coordinate prototype, mule, and pre-production builds.

· Support PPAP readiness and launch activities

· Ensure Quality, Compliance & perform Risk Management

· Must be Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

 

Qualifications

· Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering field.

· 2-3 years prior experience in design release or technical leadership roles.

· Knowledge of engine systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.

· Experience with APQP, DFMEA, PPAP, and product launch support.

· Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

· Ford experience preferred

Salary : $35

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