Design Robustness Engineer at Segula Technologies

Southfield, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Design Sensitivity, Root-Cause Analysis, CAD Modeling, Quality Tools, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, Prototyping, Testing

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Do you want to shape the world of tomorrow and work on innovative projects? Then you're a good fit for us! We are a global engineering group with 15,000 employees and 140 locations worldwide. With our services, we are driving the topics of energy efficiency, climate protection and decarbonization and developing tech industries into new dimensions. In the United States, the world of SEGULA Technologies Experts revolves around industries such as automotive, software, energy and life sciences. As an independent player, we support OEMs and suppliers with personal engineering services. Take advantage of new opportunities and take on exciting tasks and attractive positions with direct customer assignment. Job Description Evaluate and quantify current design sensitivities (currently focused on two specific topics). Investigate concepts to minimize design sensitivities through design iterations, prototyping, small-scale trials, and full validation. Evaluate opportunities for next-generation structure design focused on robustness, cost savings, and innovation. Investigate and resolve non-conforming or rejected seating components through root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Provide timely feedback to DREs, product engineers, and plant leaders to drive design improvements and issue closure. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Development, and Program Management teams to ensure production and launch readiness. Review CAD models and drawings for feasibility, manufacturability, and tolerance stack-up. Support DV/PV testing (foam compression, durability, function, comfort) and analyze results for compliance. Participate in prototype builds, pre-production events, and launch activities; track and close issues using standard metrics. Prepare and maintain APQP/PPAP deliverables, including DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, and process flow diagrams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in seat assembly, foam/urethane molding, and overall product quality. Serve as the customer-facing technical contact for design reviews, warranty discussions, and validation updates. Analyze field returns and warranty claims to identify trends and implement permanent corrective actions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience) 3 years in automotive seating, interior systems, product engineering (OEM or Tier-1) Knowledge of seat assembly, foam molding, trim, structure, and mechanisms Experience in launch and production support (prototypes and issue resolution) Proficient in CATIA V5 or NX; experience with PLM systems (Teamcenter, ENOVIA) Familiar with quality tools (8D, 5-Why, FMEA, Fishbone) Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, and process flows Ability to interpret DV/PV test results Comfortable working in both plant and office environments Preferred Qualifications Experience with Tier-1 automotive suppliers in seating or interiors. Knowledge of seat comfort, ergonomics, and occupant safety. Exposure to warranty systems, field issue analysis, and launch support. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methods. Additional Information Why Join Segula Technologies? At Segula, you’ll work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of automotive innovation. We offer: Opportunities to collaborate with global engineering teams on high-impact programs. A culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and career advancement. Competitive compensation, benefits, and development opportunities within an international organization. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and minimize design sensitivities through iterations and validation. Collaborate with various teams to ensure production readiness and drive design improvements.