Design Release Engineer

General Motors

. Develop and integrate seating-system solutions .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and integrating seating-system solutions, utilizing DFMEA, PFMEA, and GD&T methodologies to ensure robust design and validation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex engineering projects while balancing cost, performance, and quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Seating System DevelopmentDFMEA and PFMEA ExpertiseDesign For Six Sigma (DFSS) CertificationCross-Functional Team LeadershipMechanical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Engineering Design EvaluationConcept DevelopmentSystem IntegrationCAD DevelopmentBenchmarking AnalysisCost OptimizationVirtual ValidationComponent PackagingRobust System DesignSeating System Validation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Computer-Aided Design (CAD)Design For Six Sigma (DFSS)Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)GD&TICDs

Certifications & Qualifications

DFSS Green BeltDFSS Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Vehicle ProgramsSeating SystemsMechanical ComponentsCross-Cultural TeamsProduct Development

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and integrate seating-system solutions
Lead the design, development, analysis, implementation, and validation of complex seat subsystems and complete seat systems
Perform engineering design evaluations and concept development across vehicle programs using a Design for Six Sigma approach
Use DFMEA, PFMEA, ICDs, GD&T, and CAE collaboration to develop robust system-design solutions
Complete DFMEAs, including FIT activities, on time and with high quality
Package components and manage CAD development through suppliers and GM designers
Ensure designs integrate effectively with adjacent vehicle systems
Lead product development team activities and coordinate cross-functional work with Creative Design, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, suppliers, and engineering organizations
Support vehicle configuration, customer-driven requirements, cost optimization, product improvements, and process improvements
Balance cost, mass, complexity, timing, content, and performance
Manage program milestones, track open issues, and drive timely resolution
Review and apply benchmarking to guide competitive design direction
Support system integration and validation with the SVI team
Integrate seat components, occupants, and complete seating systems while anticipating future use cases
Develop reuse strategies and reduce unnecessary component variants
Improve comfort, craftsmanship, assembly quality, and seat-to-vehicle closeout
Support virtual validation and incorporate lessons learned from physical validation and vehicle builds
Lead and, when appropriate, direct the work of other engineers and technical contributors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
At least 5 years of experience developing and executing technical solutions for mechanical components and systems supporting new vehicle programs; 10 or more years preferred
Experience developing and releasing seating systems or related vehicle components
DFSS Green Belt certification
Demonstrated ability to balance cost, mass, complexity, timing, content, and other business priorities
Experience working effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-cultural teams
Ability to operate effectively in an ambiguous, fast-paced, and forward-thinking environment
Ability to travel as needed
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship; candidates must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred: Master of Science degree in Engineering
Preferred: DFSS Black Belt certification
Preferred: Experience with structured problem-solving methods, such as Red X
Preferred: Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, ICDs, CAE collaboration, and GD&T
Preferred: Experience supporting vehicle launches from design through validation and production

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with onsite work at the Warren Tech Center at least three days per week
Benefits supporting well-being at work and at home
General Motors Total Rewards resources
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities