Senior Design Release Engineer, Cockpit Integration

Location: Troy, Michigan

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Slate is looking for a dynamic, experienced Senior Design Release Engineer, Cockpit Integration to lead the design, development, and integration of cockpit systems, including instrument panel, displays, HVAC, trim, and passenger airbag systems for Slate vehicles, ensuring that Cockpit target performance and features, as well as FMVSS requirements, are met.

The Senior Design Release Engineer, Cockpit Integration will be responsible for understanding the vehicle’s technical specifications and performance targets.  Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation, this position will ensure Slate’s quality, performance, and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Lead end to end integration of cockpit systems (instrument panel, displays, vents, trim, electronic interfaces, passenger air bag, CCB, and HVAC).

• Ensure packaging compatibility, interface alignment, and system level functionality.

• Lead interface with adjacent systems (HVAC, body structures, soft trim, electrical, restraints).

• Work directly with our adjacent systems to ensure cockpit Integration meets vehicle functional objectives.

• Conduct supplier and internal technical reviews to ensure packaging and design issues are addressed / resolved.

• Work with affected teams to ensure that accessories (like removable trim covers, speaker systems, phone and tablet holders, and more) are properly accommodated by the Cockpit system.

• Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components, including attaching hardware and joint design.

• Define and integrate critical characteristics (CC / SC) with adjacent systems.

• Deliver products to meet quality and reliability requirements and arrive on time for program milestones, with all necessary PPAP documentation

• Lead Design and Component Integration reviews for each component / system at required milestones.

• Engage with Accessories, Body, Restraints, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH, Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation and Verification to deliver robust Cockpit systems to production that meet vehicle level performance and component requirements.

• Ensure validation of the cockpit systems, reviewing test loads, set ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing.

• Support prototype builds, DV / PV and launch readiness.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or equivalent from an ABET accredited (or equivalent) program.  Master's degree is preferred.

• 8+ years of product development experience within automotive Cockpit System engineering.

• Applications-specific experience in Cockpit trim design, structure design, JIT integration, and complete FMVSS, IIHS, and other 3rd party rating validation.

• Experience working with Catia V5 (opening and saving models / drawings, editing drawings, section cutting and taking measurements, etc.).  Modeling skills are also a plus.

• Experience working within a PLM and releasing components and processing engineering changes.

• Functional experience with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as FMVSSS, NHTSA, DOT, USCAR, SAE, NEC, etc.

• Ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.

• Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to travel (up to 20%).

• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

• Must have the ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.  We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?

At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First

• Delight Customers

• One Team

• Relentless Improvement

• Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy

• Respectful Collaboration

• Positive Legacy

WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE.

Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at

[email protected].