Design Release Engineer (BIW)

Tata Technologies, Inc.
Lake Angelus, MI, United States
21 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$75,000.0 - $78,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

3d Models Adobe InDesign Rapid Prototyping Process Siemens NX User-Centered Design Teamcenter (Software)

Job description

  • Lead the end-to-end design and release process for BIW components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, project requirements, and timing.
  • Utilize Siemens NX (NX CAD) to create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and engineering drawings.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Manufacturing, CAE, Quality, Purchasing, Packaging, and Supplier Engineering.
  • Develop and release BIW components through PLM systems while maintaining BOM accuracy and engineering documentation.
  • Perform tolerance stack-up analysis and apply GD&T principles to ensure manufacturability and assembly feasibility.
  • Support prototype builds, validation activities, and production launches by resolving design and manufacturing issues.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for design, quality, and manufacturing concerns.
  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure component development, tooling readiness, and timely delivery of parts.
  • Support engineering change management activities, including design modifications, drawing updates, and release documentation.
  • Participate in design reviews, vehicle packaging studies, and product optimization initiatives.
  • Track program milestones and ensure deliverables are completed within project timelines.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
  • Mandatory experience with Siemens NX (NX CAD) for BIW design and development.
  • 3+ years of experience as a Design Release Engineer (DRE), Product Engineer, or BIW Design Engineer in the automotive industry.
  • Strong knowledge of Body-In-White structures, sheet metal design, weld assemblies, and vehicle body systems.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, detailing, and drawing creation using NX.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, stack-up analysis, and ASME standards.
  • Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) tools such as Teamcenter or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of automotive development and release processes.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes including stamping, welding, assembly, and tooling.
  • Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, validation, and production launches.
  • Strong problem-solving, root cause analysis, and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities in a cross-functional environment.

Benefits & conditions

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Paid time off
  • Relocation assistance
  • Vision insurance

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