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eShocan

Design and Release Engineer - Brakes

eShocan, Southfield, Michigan, United States, 48076

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Job Title:

Design and Release Engineer - Brakes Location:

Southfield, MI

About the Team

The

Brakes and Steering team

is responsible for designing and delivering braking systems and steering systems for client vehicle programs. This small, close-knit team is looking for a

Design and Release Engineer - Brakes

to support multiple brake system components. This role offers exposure to

safety-critical product development , ownership of work, and opportunities to lead design efforts.

Job Responsibilities Support design tasks for

electro-hydraulic brake system components

from concept to production (e.g., brake calipers, rotors, brake lines, hoses, and electrical harnesses). Document requirements for components based on vehicle functions and attributes. Lead technical development activities with suppliers and drive design solutions within time, cost, and technical constraints. Support system and component

DFMEAs

and

DVPs , contributing to failure mode analyses. Perform detailed assessments of bolted connections to meet structural and safety standards. Conduct

structural analysis

for safety-critical components. Resolve virtual build issues through benchmarking and support manufacturing with

poke-yoke (error-proofing) solutions . Utilize

CAD and stack-ups

to verify spatial constraints, clearances, and packaging feasibility. Apply

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

principles to validate part fit, form, and function. Create, track, and drive closure of

Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)

for design updates and improvements. Contribute to

cost-saving initiatives

and

continuous improvement roadmaps

for current and future vehicles. Top Skills Required Chassis and Braking System expertise

- Minimum 5 years Safety-critical automotive mechatronics and hydraulic systems

- Minimum 5 years Proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 and 3DX

- Minimum 5 years

Qualifications

5+ years

of automotive industry experience in design and release engineering. Proven experience with

safety-critical components

from concept to production. Strong

3D CAD

and modeling skills. Experience with

engineering change management

and supplier/project management. Knowledge of

requirements management

and

verification planning . Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills. Education

BS/BEng in Mechanical Engineering

(or equivalent experience). Master's degree preferred but not required.