Manager - Steering and Brake Systems
On-site · Troy, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Manager, Steering and Brake Systems responsible for leading the design, development, and delivery of Steering and Brake systems for Slate vehicles. Leads and mentors Design Release Engineers (DREs) to meet performance, feature, cost, timing, and FMVSS compliance. Maintains APQP documentation (DFMEA, engineering specifications, DVP&R, drawings, control plans) and oversees DFMEAs and chassis validation status. Serves as Launch Zone Team Leader for Chassis during program launches, coordinates testing, evacs/fills, and supplier compliance. Interfaces with Electrical and Software teams for chassis controls and calibration; represents Steering and Brake systems in leadership reviews and program updates. Ensures compatibility with accessory variations and collaborates with cross-functional teams (Body, Interior, Accessories, Design, Vehicle Integration, Safety). Requires Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 10+ years of automotive steering/brake experience, leadership experience, Catia V5 proficiency, PLM experience, and compliance knowledge. Travel up to 10%. Located in Troy, MI, USA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is required
- Master's degree is preferred
- 10+ years of engineering experience in automotive Steering or Brake systems
- Strong product knowledge in Steering or Brake system components, tuning variables, features, and specifications
- Strong understanding of initial sizing of Foundation Brakes and/or Steering rack power requirements
- Strong understanding of Steering kinematics and their effects on vehicle dynamics
- Experience with Steering or Brake system design and release, Design Verification Plan (DVP) creation, and SW feature integration
- Applications-specific experience in at least three of: Foundation Brake component product engineering; Steering rack, column, or I-shaft design and product engineering; Steering or Brake system warranty problem solving; Steering or Brake system sizing and architecture definition
- 2+ years in an automotive engineering leadership role, with mentoring experience
- Experience working with Catia V5
- Modeling skills are a plus
- Experience working within a PLM and releasing components and processing engineering changes
- Functional experience with regulatory requirements (NHTSA / FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, or others)
- Technical writing and documentation experience
- Ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly adaptable and proactive in fast-paced environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Additional Requirements
- US work authorization on a permanent basis; no visa sponsorship offered
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