Design Release Engineer

Fuel Systems Design Release Engineer | Auburn Hills, MIWe are seeking a Fuel Systems Design Release Engineer to support our client in Auburn Hills, MI. WHO WE ARE LER TechForce is a WBENC-certified women-owned engineering services and workforce solutions provider supporting customers across North America. We specialize in embedded systems, software, functional safety, and mechanical engineering, helping organizations move critical product development initiatives forward with the right expertise.With over 20 years of experience, we partner closely with our customers to deliver engineering support when and where it matters most.Learn more about us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ler-techforce/WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING The Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design, development, advance product & quality planning (APQP), and production release of a system/component within Fuels Systems: Fuel/Urea tanks and fuel/urea delivery modules. Other responsibilities include quality improvements, value optimization, weight reduction, and other efficiency improvement initiatives including communicating technical product status to management. The Design Release Engineer interacts with suppliers and works closely with internal and external groups such as vehicle program team, testing & prototype labs, CAE engineers, supplier operations, and manufacturing plants.WHAT YOU'LL NEEDEssential: 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience (preferred range discussed was 2-3+ years).Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent).Design Release Engineer, Product Engineer, or Component Engineer experience (not primarily CAD/design-focused roles).Experience with fuel systems, preferably: Fuel tanks.Fuel delivery modules (FDMs)/fuel pumps.Urea/DEF tank systems. Understanding of APQP processes.Experience supporting product validation activities (DVP&R exposure preferred).Strong communication skills and ability to work with suppliers, manufacturing, validation labs, program teams, and quality organizations.Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required Preferred: Direct fuel tank design/release experience.Fuel delivery module (FDM) experience.Injection molding and/or blow molding experience.DFMEA experience.Design for Six Sigma certification or training.GD&T knowledge.NX, Teamcenter, or similar PLM/CAD system experience.Virtual simulation experience.Fastener and torque application knowledge.OEM automotive fuel systems experience. WHAT YOU'LL GET Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA401K with a match and immediate vestingShort-term & long-term disability, life insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee DiscountsOngoing professional developmentOpportunity to work on industry leading projects