Sunroof Design Release Engineer
Alten Technology USA
Auburn Hills, MI · Posted October 27, 2026
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About the job
We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
We are looking for Mechatronics Engineer or Electro-Mechanical Engineer with hands on experience in automotive Sunroof components design are encouraged to apply for this role
Job Summary & Responsibilities
The Roof Systems Design Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for the engineering, design, development, validation, timing and production release of sunroof systems .
The Engineer will have end to end ownership of their components and ensuring they meet vehicle functional objectives.
Responsibilities also include: component design, development, and packaging; Design Verification Plan & Report (DVPR) testing; change management; bill of material maintenance; prototype and production build support; issues management; CAD model management in Teamcenter; weight reduction, cost reduction and other efficiency improvement initiatives; and communicating technical product status to management.
Additionally, supporting vehicle assembly plants for any product technical issues, support service teams for any field warranty issues and help in root cause analysis of the failures.
Preferred Qualifications Basic Qualifications:
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics , Electrical Engineering or related degree field
Minimum of 3+ years' experience in sunroof systems or similar mechanisms
Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to work autonomously, excellent communication skills, positive attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, team-player, and attention to detail
Mechatronic component design and release experience
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Proficiency in advanced CAD software such as NX, CATIA or SolidWorks
Experience in power top, convertible top or sunroof components
Skills Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or related field
Minimum 3+ years' experience in sunroof systems or similar mechanisms
Mechatronic component design and release experience
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Proficiency in advanced CAD software such as NX, CATIA or SolidWorks
Experience in power top, convertible top or sunroof components
CAD model management in Teamcenter
Demonstrated leadership, autonomous work ability, strong communication, teamwork, flexibility, attention to detail
**Maximum Salary for this position $70k + Benefits**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
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Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.