Seat Heat Vent System Release Engineer

7 hours, 3 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
IoT and Embedded Systems
ALTEN Technology

ALTEN Technology

ALTEN Technology is an engineering services company and consulting firm in the USA, providing tailored engineering solutions across various industries such as aerospace, medtech, robotics, automotive, and more. With a team of over 600 professionals, we...

Construction & Engineering
251-1K
Founded 1988

Description

  • Own the design and release of seat heating and ventilation components and systems from concept through production.
  • Develop and maintain component- and system-level technical specifications, design documents, and engineering standards.
  • Lead packaging and integration of heat and ventilation systems into seat structures and foam while meeting ergonomics, safety, comfort, manufacturability, and serviceability requirements.
  • Create and maintain engineering documentation in client systems, including part numbers, BOMs, drawings, and 3D data.
  • Coordinate with suppliers on design proposals, DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, timing plans, and cost and feasibility studies.
  • Plan and execute validation activities, including thermal performance, durability, environmental, and regulatory testing.
  • Analyze test data, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions and design changes to closure.
  • Support vehicle builds and launches by resolving fit, finish, function, and electrical or thermal performance issues.
  • Collaborate with Electrical, HVAC, HMI, Body, and Vehicle Integration teams to ensure proper system operation and control strategies.
  • Manage engineering changes, cost reductions, and quality improvements for in-production programs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience in the automotive industry.
  • Hands-on experience with heated, ventilated, or cooled seat systems and their interaction with foam, trim, HVAC, modules, and seat structures.
  • Working knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid flow, and/or HVAC integration.
  • Prior experience as a Design Release Engineer or System Responsible Engineer at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD tools such as CATIA, NX, or equivalent.
  • Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, root cause analysis, design reviews, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Experience with global project management and leading cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work autonomously.
  • Pre-employment drug screening is required as a condition of hire.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
  • Opportunity to work on advanced engineering challenges across aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
  • Equal opportunity employment consideration for all qualified applicants.
  • Drug-free workplace with a pre-employment screening process.

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