Design Release Engineer - Senior

Bartech Staffing is a leading engineering, technical and professional staffing firm, and our clients include some of the nation's biggest companies. We are powered by Impellam Group, a connected group providing a global workforce and specialist recruitment solutions. Our client has engaged us to assist them in hiring a contract Design Release Engineer - Senior. If you are interested in an opportunity to get your foot in the door with leading company, we want to talk with you!

Hourly pay range $ 42-44

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Wire Harness Design and Release Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end design, validation, and release of wiring harness assemblies and associated components for vehicle electrical systems.
• This role ensures that all design documentation aligns with master models and supports cross-functional activities throughout the product lifecycle-from concept through launch and post-production support.
• The engineer will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and quality stakeholders to drive robust design execution, change management, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and assist in the creation of 3D models and 2D drawings for wiring harness assemblies.
• Ensure part drawings and documentation match master models (Model is Master).
• Author and validate CCDs, CNs, IAAs, and PERs to meet all engineering and release requirements.
• Confirm and justify the necessity of design changes for vehicle programs.
• Conduct First Piece Sign-Off (FPSO) and support PSO activities in collaboration with Supplier Quality (SQ).
• Own and manage GIMs entries, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support launch activities at the assembly plant, ensuring readiness and issue resolution.
• Contribute to vehicle/component DFMEA, DVP (with CC validation), FO, and Design Rule compliance.
• Review and validate supplier DFMEA and DVP submissions.
• Actively participate in ACE packaging meetings and scroll reviews.
• Maintain and update PDP documentation and FASTCAR records.
• Support complexity chart development (PASD) and compliance reporting.
• Provide input for owners manual imagery and documentation.
• Drive standardization and harmonization of components and engineering documents.
  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline (Materials, Chemical, Civil, Aerospace, Computer) from an ABET-accredited university.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation wiring design, release, or vehicle electrical systems.
• At least 5 years of overall engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create and present high-quality reports and presentations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
• Masters degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Formal training in DFMEA, DVP&R, and DFSS methodologies.
• Working knowledge of CAD systems such as NX and Catia.
• Experience with Capital XC for 2D wiring design.
• Familiarity with high-volume manufacturing and wiring harness production environments.
• Understanding of automotive wiring harness drawings and specifications.
• Experience with SharePoint or similar web-based data management platforms.
• Experience leading and assisting in the creation of 3D models and 2D drawings for wiring harness assemblies.
• Great communication skills in English
• Willingness to be on-site and support plants/proving grounds/labs
• Live or willing to relocate to Windsor

As a Design Release Engineer - Senior with Bartech Staffing, you will be working through an established and respected staffing organization with over 40 years of serving as a trusted partner to our client companies. We provide our talent with personal, responsive attention, and will assign an employee care representative to answer any questions or concerns that you might have. Depending upon the client, the assignment, and your performance, you can find potential opportunities for direct employment.

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Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Our client is committed to providing accommodation for people with accessibility needs due to disabilities in all aspects of the hiring process. If you request accommodation, our client will work with you to meet your accessibility needs due to disability.

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