DRE Body Structures

About the role

We are looking for an energetic, organized, and experienced Body Systems Design/Release Engineer to join our growing team. The DRE will be responsible for design and development of the body and related structures across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Be an integral part of an energetic team that's challenging the status quo of vehicle design.
• Responsible for the design and development of body system components and complete assemblies.
• Develop and implement functional objectives to meet project performance targets.
• Manage all aspects of body component development to meet project requirements including performance, cost, mass, timing, manufacturability, etc.
• Lead collaboration between internal/external teams and suppliers to meet all project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• 8+ years of vehicle design experience in the areas of Body, Door, Platform.
• Excellent communication and team building skills.
• Ability to lead design teams through integration of related sub-systems into body structure.
• Broad knowledge of NHSTA/FMVSS requirements related to body structure.
• Ability and desire to work in a fun and fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar‑for‑dollar match
• Lucrative employee referral program
• Employee recognition culture
• FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013‑2023