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The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.\n| WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR\nSlate is looking for a dynamic, experienced Design Release Engineer to join our growing team. The DesignRelease Engineer - Steering Wheel & Frontal Airbags is responsible driving the development of the Airbag system components and challenged to develop unique solutions for various applications throughout the vehicle. This candidate will have responsibility to manage tier 1 airbag supplier engineers, external resources and collaborate across the vehicle component areas as needed to optimize application solutions. This position will be responsible for understanding the vehicle’s technical specifications and performance targets, how these targets influence component level requirements, and how to ensure targets are met throughout the life of the vehicle by creating and maintaining APQP documentation.\n| WHAT YOU GET TO DO\nDesign Release Engineer - Steering Wheel & Frontal Airbags\nThe DRE will lead the engineering and Tier 1 suppliers for the steering wheel, driver airbag and passenger airbag supporting the content listed in the Program Description Letter.\nThis Engineer will report to the Lead - Restraints Systems Engineering manager and will be responsible for the following:\nKey responsibilities include but are not limited to:\nDevelop functional requirements for each system and component including: \nSteering wheel & Frontal Airbags \nDevelop technical requirements for the systems and components in collaboration with internal functions, design studio, engineering and Teir 1 suppliers. \nLead/Support the design, development, release and certification of the systems and components with product development tools - CAE, CAD, BOM, Drawing Release, Software Release, DFMEAs, DVP&Rs, Attribute Validation, Vehicle Testing, Component Testing, and Certification Reporting for all regulatory requirements. \n| WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM\nBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or equivalent from an ABET accredited or equivalent program is preferred. Master's in engineering preferred. \n8+ years of Design Release Engineering in Airbags and/or Steering Wheels\nExperience and knowledge of the vehicle level safety development process. \nExcellent communication Team building and relationship building skills. \nAbility to lead teams and tier one suppliers and integrate and drive technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail, with all functions as needed. \nDirect working experience with NHTSA/FMVSS, NCAP, and IIHS Crash Requirements. \nAbility and Desire to build your own team and work in a fun and fast-paced environment. \nApplicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.\nWHY JOIN TEAM SLATE?\nAt Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. 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