Design Release Engineer – Full-Size Truck Suspension

General Motors

. Own the design, release, integration, and lifecycle management of suspension hardware for full-size truck vehicle programs .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in suspension hardware design and lifecycle management, with a strong focus on vehicle dynamics, performance tuning, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in technical documentation and validation processes to ensure high-quality suspension systems meet program objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Suspension Design And DevelopmentVehicle Dynamics Knowledge3D Modeling And Engineering DrawingsDFMEA And DVP&R ExperienceSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Suspension System DesignComponent Requirements DefinitionPerformance TuningLoad ManagementKinematics And ComplianceEngineering Drawings3D ModelingBOM ManagementTesting And Validation PlanningRoot Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationLeadershipProblem SolvingInfluencing Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree In Automotive Engineering

Industry Keywords

Suspension HardwareVehicle ProgramsDurabilityNVHRide And HandlingLifecycle ManagementDesign Release EngineeringComponent InteractionsValidation TestingProgram Milestones

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Spring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the design, release, integration, and lifecycle management of suspension hardware for full-size truck vehicle programs
Deliver robust suspension systems meeting vehicle-level targets for ride, handling, durability, NVH, packaging, cost, quality, and timing
Lead design and release of assigned suspension components and systems
Convert vehicle attribute targets into component and system requirements
Develop and maintain suspension designs covering packaging, mounting, travel management, serviceability, and system compatibility
Own technical definition and release of suspension hardware, including 3D models, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material, and engineering changes
Partner with Vehicle Dynamics and cross-functional engineering teams to optimize suspension performance
Plan, coordinate, and execute component, subsystem, and vehicle-level validation
Analyze test results and field or development issues, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions
Serve as primary technical interface with suppliers on design, development, innovation, quality, timing, cost, and launch readiness
Lead design reviews and cross-functional issue resolution
Maintain Design Release Engineering documentation, including DFMEA, DVP&R, BOMs, requirements, design records, and issue tracking
Support program milestones from concept development through production launch and lifecycle support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
5 or more years of experience in vehicle suspension design, development, or release
Direct design-release responsibility for suspension systems or components on vehicle programs
Strong knowledge of suspension component and system design, including architecture, interfaces, durability, NVH, performance tuning, and load management
Understanding of vehicle dynamics and suspension fundamentals, including kinematics and compliance, spring–damper matching, ride, handling, load paths, and component interactions
Experience developing and releasing suspension hardware using engineering drawings, 3D models, specifications, BOMs, DFMEAs, and DVP&Rs
Experience planning and interpreting suspension component and system testing, including K&C, rig, durability, and vehicle evaluations, supported by relevant analysis tools
Ability to lead technical decisions, manage risk, and deliver against program timing, cost, quality, and performance objectives
Ability to lead supplier relationships and influence cross-functional teams through complex design and validation issues
Clear, concise technical communication skills and ability to present recommendations and decisions to engineering and program leadership

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Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunity protections