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# Design Release Engineer (DRE) - Automotive Console Systems

- **Company:** Segula Technologies
- **Location:** Warren, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Rapid Prototyping Process, Release Management, CATIA V5, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/design-release-engineer-dre-automotive-console-systems-warren-mi--5304c1e4-f9d7-42c8-afa1-9db38fe68a39

## About the Role

Release Management/Engineering, Technical/Engineering Design, Release Management/Engineering, Technical/Engineering Design, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Design Verification, Verification Plans, Requirements Validation/Verification, * Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET-accredited or equivalent program.

 * 1-3 years of engineering experience.
 * Experience designing and developing automotive center consoles or console-related components, such as:
 * Center console assemblies
 * Console upper/lower structures
 * Console storage compartments
 * Console bins
 * Armrests
 * Cup holders
 * Console trim panels
 * Console bezels
 * Console covers and lids
 * Console-mounted interior components
 * Experience with injection molding, painting, and/or decorating of plastic components.
 * Experience with OEM or supplier design and release.
 * Experience with NX, CATIA V5, and Teamcenter.
 * Experience creating and executing DFMEA and DVP&R.
 * Experience supporting component builds and execution.
 * Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and vehicle assembly teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Master of Science in Engineering or Business.
 * Ability to lead cross-functional teams and present technical issues and recommendations to management.
 * Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS).
 * Experience with Reactive Shainin Problem Solving or similar structured root cause/problem-solving methodologies.
 * Experience with automotive vehicle development and production launch.

## Description

This position requires eligibility for a TN visa (i.e., Canadian citizenship) because it is located in Auburn Hills, MI.

The Design Release Engineer (DRE) - Console Systems is responsible for the engineering, design, development, validation, timing, and production release of automotive center console systems and components.

The Engineer will have end-to-end ownership of assigned console components, ensuring they meet vehicle functional, quality, cost, weight, timing, and manufacturing objectives., * Design, develop, package, validate, and release automotive center console components.

 * Manage the engineering development of console components from concept through production.
 * Develop and execute Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) activities and ensure validation requirements are met.
 * Support console system component builds, prototype builds, and production builds.
 * Manage engineering changes, including change requests, design revisions, and implementation timing.
 * Maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
 * Manage CAD models, drawings, and engineering data in Teamcenter.
 * Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and other engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
 * Support vehicle assembly plants with technical resolution of console system issues during prototype and production builds.
 * Support service teams with field warranty issues related to console components and participate in root cause analysis.
 * Lead or support root cause investigations for console system failures and implement corrective actions.
 * Identify and implement weight reduction, cost reduction, quality improvement, and other efficiency initiatives.
 * Communicate technical product status, risks, timing, and open issues to engineering leadership and management.
 * Ensure console components meet applicable functional, performance, manufacturing, quality, and durability requirements.