Design & Release Engineer

<div class="content-intro"><p>We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.</p> <p>As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.</p> <p>When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.</p></div><p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Role Overview</strong></p> <ul> <li class="x_MsoNormal">As a <strong>Design & Release Engineer (DRE) for Exterior Lighting</strong>, you will play a <strong>pivotal role in the development, validation, and industrialization</strong> of exterior lighting systems (e.g., headlamps, taillights, fog lamps, illuminated grilles, and sensors).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">This role combines<strong> design engineering</strong> with <strong>rigorous testing and release processes</strong> to ensure that lighting components meet <strong>performance, safety, regulatory, and cost targets</strong>.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">You will collaborate with <strong>cross-functional teams</strong> (optical, mechanical, electrical, and software engineers), <strong>suppliers</strong>, and <strong>manufacturing plants</strong> to deliver high-quality lighting solutions from <strong>concept to mass production</strong>.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy <strong>both technical design and hands-on validation</strong>, with opportunities to grow into <strong>project leadership</strong> and <strong>supplier management</strong>.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>1. Design & Development</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support the <strong>design of exterior lighting components</strong> (3D/2D modeling using <strong>NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks</strong>).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Assist in <strong>optimizing designs</strong> for performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Collaborate with <strong>optical and electrical teams</strong> to integrate lighting systems (LED, halogen, adaptive lighting) into vehicle architectures.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Contribute to <strong>system requirement definitions</strong> (e.g., optical performance, thermal management, regulatory compliance).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Work with suppliers to <strong>develop and iterate prototypes</strong> based on testing feedback.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>2. Testing & Validation</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Plan and execute <strong>Design Verification Plans (DVP&R)</strong> to validate lighting components against specifications.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Conduct <strong>functional and durability tests</strong> (e.g., environmental, thermal, vibration, and regulatory compliance tests).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Analyze test results and <strong>troubleshoot failures</strong> (e.g., using <strong>8D reports, CPRT, or Quality Alert tools</strong>).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Ensure compliance with <strong>automotive lighting regulations</strong> (e.g., FMVSS, ECE, IIHS requirements).</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support <strong>vehicle-level validation</strong> (e.g., on-road testing, assembly plant evaluations).</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>3. Release & Industrialization</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Assist in managing <strong>engineering changes (Change Notices - CNs)</strong> and temporary/permanent deviations.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Coordinate with suppliers to <strong>implement DFMEAs and PFMEAs</strong> for risk mitigation.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support <strong>pilot phases</strong> in manufacturing plants to ensure smooth production ramp-up.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Contribute to <strong>cost reduction initiatives (TCR/VO)</strong> without compromising quality or performance.</li> </ul> <p class="x_MsoNormal"><strong>4. Cross-Functional Collaboration</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Work closely with <strong>purchasing, quality, and manufacturing teams</strong> to resolve technical issues.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Participate in <strong>supplier meetings</strong> to align on design, validation, and production timelines.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Support <strong>warranty investigations</strong> and continuous improvement activities.</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal">Document technical decisions and <strong>share be