Sr Design & Release Engineer (DRE) Interior Cockpit

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and loveand 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 Sr Design & Release Engineer (DRE) Interior Cockpit to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for leading the design development and integration of phone holder iPad holding mechanisms and cockpit trim component systems integrated within the vehicle cockpit for Slate vehicles. This includes mechanical retention systems adjustability features durability performance and user interaction (HMI) considerations to ensure robust performance across all operating conditions. The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicles technical specifications and performance targets. Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation this position will ensure Slates quality performance and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Lead design development validation and launch of phone/iPad holder/interior plastic trim systems including spring-loaded clamps detent mechanisms friction-based retention systems and other injection-molded plastic trim systems
• Ensure proper packaging compatibility interface alignment and system-level functionality with the cockpit console etc.
• Define kinematics and usability (one-hand operation ergonomic reach)
• Lead interface with adjacent systems (HVAC body structures soft trim electrical restraints)
• Work directly with adjacent systems teams to ensure phone/iPad holder integration meets vehicle functional objectives
• Define functional objectives to meet product performance and safety targets ensuring products meet both functional performance and safety
• Conduct supplier and internal technical reviews to ensure packaging and design issues are addressed/resolved
• Work with affected teams to ensure accessories (removable trim covers bins glove box finish panels speaker systems phone and iPad 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 that 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
• Ensure validation of mechanism systems reviewing test loads setups reports and results for both internal and external testing
• Support prototype builds DV/PV and launch readiness

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Automotive Engineering or a related field required; Masters degree preferred
• 10 years of experience in automotive mechanism system engineering
• Application-specific experience in at least 3 of the following areas/components:
  • Mechanical mechanisms (springs hinges detents)
  • Interior FMVSS IIHS and other 3rd-party rating validation
  • Plastic part design and injection molding
  • Handheld device interface and user interaction (HMI) design
• Experience working within a PLM releasing components and processing engineering changes
• Functional experience with NHTSA/FMVSS CARB EPA FCC or other regulatory requirements
• 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)

WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE

At Slate were 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.

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