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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Interior Alerts Design and Release Engineer - **Company:** ALTEN Technology USA - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Computer Networks, SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Hardware Design, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Diagnostic Tools, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/82e31073-b548-45d7-b8f3-8307834cca35/design-and-release-engineer-dre-interior-alerts ## About the Role * Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to work autonomously, excellent communication skills, positive attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, team-player, and attention to detail. * Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university. * 3 years of engineering experience in the automotive industry. * Mechatronic component design and release experience alerting experience preferred. * Understanding of components and physical integration in vehicle. * Experience with global project management and leading cross-functional teams. * Proficiency in advanced CAD software such as TeamCenter Vis, NX, CATIA or SolidWorks. * Experience designing and operating electrical test benches for software integration. * Prefer candidate with demonstrated experience with LIN and CAN network communications. * Prefer candidate with demonstrated experience with calibration and diagnostic tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, INCA, Witech, or CDA. * Demonstrated experience with Reactive Problem-Solving Tools. * Possess working knowledge of Client systems. ## Description * The Interior Alerts Design and Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for QVPM, Hornes and outside speakers component and system design, development, and engineering release for Client production vehicles. * The DRE will take part in development of vehicle level functional objectives and work to establish, and achieve, the corresponding component level functional objectives. * The DRE will be responsible for the components/system from initial concept, packaging, software/hardware development, kinematic/compliance modeling, virtual analysis, physical validation, through component and vehicle launch. * Responsibilities include overseeing component design, FMEA, analysis (CAE), vehicle packaging (NX), model/drawing integrity (Teamcenter), development, component validation (DVP&R, change management (CCD/WebCN), engineering bill of material (EBOM), build support, issue management (GIMS), joint design, root cause analysis, solution development, and in-person support for associated testing, issue root cause, plant support, etc. The (DRE) job responsibilities include but not limited to: * Directly involved with supplier design efforts and design reviews to ensure the supplier design meets Client expectation as listed in Client specifications. * Ensure systems comply with quality, performance, timing, and cost objectives. * Collaborate with advanced team to develop, define, and package system designs prior to sourcing. * Serve as the regional on-site support for Interior Alerting. * Develop and maintain core boundary diagrams, interface matrices, parameter diagrams, Design for Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA), and Design Validation Plan and Report (DVP&R). * Support system integration and proper function with surrounding components, network communications, and Electronic Control Units (ECUs). * Perform benchmarking, competitive analysis, and investigations on new technology. * Support quality and warranty initiatives with technical specifications and evaluations. * Ensure part variation and failure modes are addressed in an expedited way to improve customer satisfaction. * Support business case studies and develop innovative ways of meeting required functional objectives and technical specifications with reduced investment. * Perform technical evaluations during the Request for Quote (RFQ) process. * Responsible for meeting all vehicle program milestones and conducting all releasing processes within Client related to the component and its interface within the vehicle. * Apply design best practices and lessons learned from past product developments within Client. * Responsible to interface with EE systems engineering in the development of vehicle functional (VF) specifications and work with our suppliers on Requirements Analysis (RAR). * Review and approve software and hardware releases/changes including DVP&Rs and Software Component Verification/Validation Reports (CVVRs). * Support efforts to meet warranty targets and relevant quality service field initiatives. * Communicate component product development status on a weekly basis via DRE authored and maintained open issues list/project timelines and technical presentations. * Ensure component level regulatory compliance requirements are met by coordinating with suppliers and internal Client regulatory compliance teams. * Direct suppliers in developing, testing, and releasing hardware and software to meet Client vehicle level functional objectives and sub-system level behavior objectives. ## 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