Design Release Engineer - Senior

Job Title: (Design Release Engineer - Senior)
 
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development. 
 
Job Description


Description:
The Engine Controller Hardware Development Leader will play a key role in vehicle or module-related projects. Their main mission will be to oversee the progress of product and process qualification for electronic control module components, from supplier selection to series industrialization. Responsibilities include but not limited to:Ensure the development, validation, integration, and qualification of components within their scope.
Develop and publish engine control module performance standards.
Execute programs through PDP that meet or exceed objectives for performance, cost, weight, investment, and quality.
Direct suppliers in developing, testing, and releasing components to meet Client vehicle level requirements and sub-system level behavior objectives.
Directly involved with supplier design efforts and design reviews to ensure the supplier design meets Client expectation as listed in Client specifications.
Ensure product and process maturity in line with project expectations.
Manage product and process changes based on identified needs.
Oversee risks and critical points while addressing technical issues related to their scope.
Develop core component hardware DFMEA for ECM modules. Review and sign off on Suppliers Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and production feasibility.
Interface with global employees to harmonize product designs, processes, and documentation to promote component re-use.
Support field warranty and quality investigations, leading the root cause analysis effort as well as contributing to the identification and validation of the optimal solution.

Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Electrical from an ABET accredited university

· 5 years of overall relevant experience

· 3+ years of electronic ECU or automotive 12V component development experience.

· Full understanding of automotive ECU development process or 12V energy management systems.

· Strong leadership skills (prepared to lead a supplier team).

Preferred Requirements:

· Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university.

· Experience managing suppliers and/or engineers.

· Experience managing or developing embedded software.

· Proficient in LabVIEW, Teststand, Veristand, CAPL

· Familiar with cryptographic principals.

· Familiar with CAN/CAN-FD protocols.

· Outstanding communication and organization skills.
Additional Information / Must Have's:
1. Electrical Engineering Degree

2. Relevant experience with electronic hardware

3. Self-starter with demonstrated problem solving ability
•     How many years of experience are you looking for (if different than the job description): 5 Years
o     Onsite/ Remote Hybrid – 4 Days/Week at (Auburn Hills)
Does this position require driving a Client vehicle? No
Amount of travel, (if so, where): Travel to local suppliers or Client assembly plants monthly. Out of state or international travel (Rare – Less than once a year)
 
Location: (Auburn Hills, MI)
 
Disclaimer: 
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.”
It is the policy of Kyyba to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kyyba at 248-813-9665
 
Rewards:
Medical, dental, vision
401k 
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client 
 
 
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