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# Hardware Design Release Engineer

- **Company:** Alten USA
- **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Hardware Design
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3466900602&tx=TT4239TTT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
 * Minimum of five years of experience in automotive component development, preferably in battery systems or electromechanical components
 * Strong knowledge of battery management systems and electromechanical technologies
 * Solid understanding of automotive E/E architecture, EMC, FMEA, and packaging constraints
 * Experience with validation processes and supplier management
 * Familiarity with quality tools, methodologies, and customer claim management
 * Proficiency in MS Office applications and technical documentation

Technical Skills:

 * In-depth understanding of the assigned component family, including both mechanical and electronic/regulator aspects (e.g., 12V batteries, alternators, 12V BSG)
 * Strong automotive technical background, including:
 * Environmental requirements
 * Mechanical requirements
 * Vehicle electrical/electronic architecture
 * EMC fundamentals
 * Engineering best practices
 * Design FMEA
 * Technical drawing review and validation

Quality & Continuous Improvement:

 * Support root cause analysis activities
 * Define and implement technical solutions to improve product quality in production, ensuring alignment with established quality targets

Behavioral Requirements:

 * Ability to lead and collaborate effectively within a global development team
 * Strong presentation skills, including the ability to present to senior leadership
 * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 * Demonstrated ability to manage conflicts effectively