Jr. Cockpit Console DRE

We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Jr. Design Release Engineer (DRE) – Cockpit Systems to support the engineering design, packaging release, and integration of vehicle cockpit assemblies.

In this role, you will assist senior release engineers in managing the cross-functional delivery of cockpit architecture—including Instrument Panels (IP), center consoles, passenger display integration, gloveboxes, air registers, ducting, cross-car structural beams (CCB), and HUD (Heads-Up Display) packaging envelopes. You will work closely with interior styling, HVAC/thermal, electrical, and manufacturing teams to ensure cockpit components meet quality, packaging, safety, and assembly targets.

• Component Release Support: Assist in managing the CAD modeling, engineering release, and engineering change management (ECOs/ECRs) for cockpit sub-assemblies and components within PLM systems (Teamcenter or Enovia).

• 3D CAD Packaging & Feasibility: Perform section analyses, clearance checks, and interface studies in CATIA or Siemens NX to resolve packaging clashes between the cockpit structure, HVAC ducting, wiring harnesses, displays, and steering column envelopes.

• Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with adjacent attribute teams—including Safety (airbag deployment/Kneebag zones), NVH (squeak and rattle control), Thermal/Climate Control, and Ergonomics/HMI to ensure component compatibility.

• Supplier Coordination: Support daily alignment with Tier-1 cockpit module suppliers; review Design for Manufacturability/Assembly (DFM/DFA) reports, injection tooling feedback, and component build timing.

• Build Support & Root Cause Analysis: Participate in prototype vehicle builds (TT, PP) and plant launches to troubleshoot physical fitment, gaps/flush issues, clip/fastener retention, and squeak/rattle concerns using 8D and 5-Why methodologies.

• Validation & DVP&R: Track component validation testing against the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), including headform impact, airbag deployment, heat aging, and solar loading tests.