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# Applications Engineer General

- **Company:** Epitec, Inc.
- **Location:** Troy, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $87,360.0 - $97,760.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Adobe Acrobat, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Outlook, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Release Management, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/applications-engineer-general-troy-mi--e2cc7589-080c-4f59-ae16-dccf46a024b8

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Statement of Work (SOW), Willing to Travel, Manufacturing, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Product Engineering, Software Engineering, Product Support, Cross-Functional, Vendor/Supplier Management, * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

 * Minimum 2+ years of engineering experience in automotive or related mechanism-based product development.
 * Experience with one or more of the following:
 * Automotive latching systems
 * Vehicle closure systems
 * Seat structures and mechanisms
 * Heavy equipment mechanisms
 * Agricultural equipment mechanisms
 * Oil & gas machinery mechanisms
 * Aerospace landing gear mechanisms
 * Experience with Design & Release Engineering processes.
 * Proficiency with CAD software such as:
 * CATIA
 * 3DX
 * Teamcenter
 * Knowledge of:
 * GD&T
 * Tolerance stack-up analysis
 * Product validation
 * Engineering change management
 * BOM management and releases
 * Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
 * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced engineering environment.
 * Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required Technical Skills

 * Design Release Engineering
 * Product Engineering
 * Product Development
 * Mechanical Engineering
 * CATIA
 * Teamcenter
 * WERS
 * VisMockup
 * GD&T
 * Change Management
 * Production Release
 * Root Cause Analysis
 * 8D / 5 Why Problem Solving
 * Six Sigma Methodology
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration
 * Supplier Management
 * Engineering Documentation
 * CAD Design
 * PPAP Support
 * Technical Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

 * Master's Degree in Engineering.
 * Experience designing and releasing:
 * Latching mechanisms
 * Closure systems
 * Seat mechanisms
 * Seat structures
 * Knowledge of:
 * DFMEA, PFMEA, SCCAF
 * Phased PPAP
 * Statistical analysis
 * Quality systems and standards
 * Systems engineering
 * Mechatronics
 * Experience with:
 * AutoCAD
 * Adobe Acrobat
 * CAE tools
 * Project Management
 * Product Management
 * Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred.

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## Description

The engineer will work closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and manufacturable products from concept through production launch., * Lead the design, development, validation, and release of Handles, Locks, and Mechanisms (HLM) systems.

 * Manage supplier activities to ensure cost, quality, timing, weight, and performance targets are achieved.
 * Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier teams throughout the product lifecycle.
 * Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including:
 * DFMEA
 * SCCAF
 * Boundary Diagrams
 * P-Diagrams
 * DVP&R
 * Engineering Statements of Work (ESOW)
 * Conduct design reviews and support Failure Mode Avoidance activities.
 * Perform and review technical analyses, including:
 * GD&T studies
 * Dimensional stack-ups
 * Packaging assessments
 * CAE results
 * Dynamic calculations and simulations
 * Release and maintain components, BOMs, and engineering changes within WERS and FEDEBOM.
 * Review and approve CAD models and drawings in Teamcenter.
 * Support sourcing activities, supplier reviews, cost analysis, and tooling discussions.
 * Identify testing and validation requirements and track completion.
 * Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities using 8D, 5 Why, and data-driven approaches.
 * Support vehicle launches and production implementation activities at supplier and assembly plants.
 * Ensure compliance with design standards, engineering requirements, regulatory requirements, and manufacturing needs.