About this opportunity
The Mice Groups, Inc. lists this Senior Engineer opportunity in newark, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a Senior Engineer – Steering Wheels / Restraint Systems to lead the development of steering wheel systems from concept through production. This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone with strong mechanical fundamentals and automotive product development experience.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional engineering, design, safety, manufacturing, and supplier teams to develop solutions that balance performance, safety, weight, cost, quality, and user experience .
What You’ll Do
Lead steering wheel development throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept and system requirements through design release, validation, production launch, and ongoing support.
Develop specifications, support sourcing and packaging, release engineering drawings, and provide manufacturing support.
Partner with Design, NVH, UX, Interior Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to develop optimized solutions.
Manage Tier 1 suppliers and serve as the primary engineering interface for technical development and program timing.
Support restraint system integration and work with CAE teams to optimize component design.
Support crash testing, validation, and vehicle homologation activities.
Review packaging and interfaces and make engineering modifications as needed.
Drive technical issues through root-cause investigation, problem solving, and corrective action.
Own engineering deliverables and help drive programs from concept through production launch.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline .
5+ years of automotive product development experience .
Experience with steering wheels, restraint systems, interior systems, automotive mechatronics, or related components is highly preferred.
Experience taking at least one automotive product or vehicle program through the complete development lifecycle — concept through production launch .
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, including:
Mechanics of materials
Material properties and selection
Kinematics
Failure analysis and root-cause investigation
Applying engineering principles to solve complex technical problems
Knowledge of metal forming, stamping, and plastic injection molding processes and related design considerations.
Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis using ASME or ISO standards.
Basic understanding of electronics and automotive networking.
CAD proficiency with the ability to review packaging, evaluate interfaces, and make engineering modifications.
Experience working directly with suppliers and driving technical deliverables to completion.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Worksite address
newark, CA, 94560, US
Who can apply
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