Design Release Engineer

AdientPlymouth, Michigan

Apply with Sonara

Automate your job search with Sonara.

Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.¹

Reclaim your time by letting our AI handle the grunt work of job searching.

We continuously scan millions of openings to find your top matches.

Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Overview

A Design Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for leading the design, release, and ongoing engineering management of assigned components—particularly vehicle seating systems—for OEM programs. The role requires close coordination with OEM platform teams, suppliers, internal engineering groups, and manufacturing plants.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead engineering release activities for assigned parts (seats, trim, foam, etc. depending on program needs).

Serve as the key engineering interface to OEM platform teams, supporting program timing, technical reviews, and issue resolution.

Create, update, and release engineering documentation including:

Drawings

Specifications

Change Requests (CRs)

Change Orders (COs)

• Temporary Work Orders (TWOs)

• Support OEM release processes

• Participate in GM/Adient engineering change processes (ECR creation, validation plans, VCD attachments, DRBFM submissions).

• Manage timing, cost impacts, and coordination with Design System Engineers, Validation Engineers, and Program Engineering Managers.

• Travel to customer and supplier manufacturing sites for design reviews, issue resolution, and launch support.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) for interfacing with OEM engineering and cross‑functional internal teams.

• Experience using release systems is a must; Highly preferred experience working in ECM / Edge

• Solid technical foundation in mechanical design, product development, problem solving, and requirements balancing.

• Knowledge of CAD systems such as Unigraphics/NX

• Strong analytical ability, especially in assessing risks, design constraints, manufacturability, and cost impacts.

• Ability to support fast‑paced program environments with hands‑on engineering ownership.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering preferred.

• Associate degree acceptable with sufficient relevant experience.

• Minimum 2 years experience in automotive seating, interiors, or product development.

• Direct OEM experience (particularly General Motors) is highly beneficial.

• Familiarity with GM tooling, eSOR requirements, CCC components, and seating program workflows is advantageous.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Central Tech Unit Plymouth MI

Automate your job search with Sonara.

Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.

Apply with Sonara Apply manually

FAQs About Design Release Engineer Jobs at Adient

What is the work location for this position at Adient?

This job at Adient is located in Plymouth, Michigan, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Adient?

Employer has not shared pay details for this role.

What employment applies to this position at Adient?

Adient lists this role as a Full-time position.

What experience level is required for this role at Adient?

Adient is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What education level is required for this job?

The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

What is the process to apply for this position at Adient?

You can apply for this role at Adient either through Sonara's automated application system, which helps you submit applications 10X faster with minimal effort, or by applying manually using the direct link on the job page.