Design Release Engineer

Job Title: Design Release Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and self-starting Design Release Engineer to join our team. You will play a pivotal role in delivering innovative electrical module components that enhance customer safety. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills while providing technical direction over a product development team. You will be responsible for managing the technical project management and design release of a wireless charging system and other electronic modules.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain Interface Control Design (ICD) strategy and templates.
• Develop and maintain commodity-specific documentation.
• Generate and maintain global subsystem/component technical specifications templates (SSTS/CTS).
• Lead resolution of technical issues and document progress.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with multiple suppliers.
• Lead and manage supplier resident engineers.
• Support sourcing activities and generate technical solutions.
• Perform complex design analysis and initiate documents to maintain engineering authority.
• Collaborate with engineering functions, suppliers, and plant personnel for product improvements.
• Validate and integrate vehicle components.
• Support build programs and ensure part deliveries.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Math, or Computer Science.
• At least 2 years of automotive product experience, preferably with control modules/sensors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of microcontroller architectures, memory technologies, and programming.
• Understanding of hardware design, failure modes, and vehicle serial data communications.
• Ability to write and comprehend software/hardware requirements.
• Knowledge of software verification/validation processes and testing tools.
• Strong analytical ability to solve complex problems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electronic validation experience.
• Software and hardware controls experience.
• Experience with automated driving sensors is a plus.
• Experience in manufacturing and vehicle launch.
• Knowledge of Team Center Systems Engineering or IBM DOORS is a plus.
• DFSS Certification.
• Experience in safety-critical systems/components design and integration.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Warren, MI.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Warren,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.