Design Release Engineer - Exterior Lighting

Project Engineer – Exterior Lighting Design & Release

We are seeking Project Engineers to support exterior lighting design and release activities for advanced vehicle programs. This role is responsible for the design, development, release, and continuous improvement of exterior lighting components including headlamps, tail lamps, and auxiliary lighting systems for both EV and ICE platforms.

The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, suppliers, and program teams to ensure lighting systems meet performance, timing, quality, and cost objectives. This position offers direct ownership of highly visible vehicle systems and exposure to cutting-edge lighting technologies and vehicle integration initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead design and release activities for exterior lighting components and systems

Manage component development from concept through launch and production support

Coordinate cross-functional Product Development Team (PDT) activities

Develop and maintain engineering documentation including:

SORs

ICDs

DFMEAs

DVP&R documentation

Drawings and BOMs

Perform CAD packaging and math data creation using NX and Teamcenter

Drive issue resolution, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to warranty, manufacturing, assembly plant, and supplier concerns

Support quality improvement, cost reduction, and design optimization initiatives

Participate in benchmarking activities and advanced technology reviews

Collaborate closely with global suppliers to ensure successful program execution

Balance design tradeoffs involving appearance, manufacturability, performance, timing, mass, and cost

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

Minimum of 2 years of experience in:

Exterior lighting design, OR

Injection-molded plastic component design

Strong experience with:

NX

Teamcenter / Unigraphics

CAD packaging and release processes

Knowledge of:

GD&T

DFMEA

DVP&R

SOR and ICD development

Drawing and BOM creation

Experience leading or participating in cross-functional engineering teams

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced product development environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with exterior lighting regulations and installation requirements

Full program lifecycle experience from concept through launch

Experience working with global automotive suppliers

Familiarity with lit mechanizations, feature communication graphics, and day/night architecture reviews

Master's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Top Skills

Product Development Team leadership

Exterior lighting or complex plastic component design

Structured engineering processes and requirements management

Why This Opportunity?

Direct ownership of highly visible exterior lighting systems

Exposure to advanced lighting technologies and vehicle integration

Opportunity to influence future lighting signatures and brand-defining vehicle features

Broad engineering scope from concept through launch

Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and suppliers

Work on both EV and ICE vehicle programs

EOE (including Disability/Veterans)

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