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# Design System Application Engineer- Axle/Driveline in Auburn Hills

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Network Interface Controllers, Systems Architecture, System Testing
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/design-system-application-engineer-axle-driveline-auburn-hills-32011087

## About the Role

The pay is dependent upon education, years of experience, skills and work history.

 * 7-9 Years of automotive experience- (3+ with axle, driveline, transfer case)
 * BS Degree in Engineering
 * Systems and Product integration experience
 * Interface management and Packaging Leadership
 * System Validation
 * Technical Risk Management and Qualtiy Leadership
 * Cost Optimization and Program Support
 * Supplier Management

Required Technical Expertise
Vehicle Systems

 * Beam axle systems
 * Independent axle systems
 * Driveline systems
 * Transfer cases
 * Prop shafts
 * Chassis systems
 * Suspension systems
 * Steering systems
 * Brake systems
 * Vehicle dynamics fundamentals
 * 4WD/AWD systems

## Description

100% onsite in Auburn Hills, MI. The position is responsible for driving system architecture, interface management, vehicle integration, manufacturability, technical risk mitigation, validation planning, change management, prototype build readiness, quality initiatives, and cost optimization from concept through production launch and continuous improvement.

The Design Systems Engineer serves as the primary technical integrator and systems owner for axle, driveline, transfer case, gear reducer, and 4WD systems throughout the product development lifecycle., Product Development Tools & Processes

 * CAD and Digital Mockup Reviews
 * FC/CAD Integration
 * Virtual Development Processes
 * Engineering Change Management
 * BOM Management
 * Interface Control Documentation
 * Design Freeze Processes
 * Validation Planning and Execution
 * nCode Analysis
 * Duty Cycle Development
 * Data Acquisition and Synthesis