Side Closures Engineer

Job Title: Side Closures Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Side Closures Engineer responsible for the design and release of side door assemblies, including the engineering of door structures, hinges, and check arms. This role involves overseeing the entire program life cycle from concept design, supplier engagement, and BOM management to simulation analysis, prototyping, validation testing, and production support. The position requires compliance with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets while applying the Global Product Development System process.

Responsibilities

• Lead the component release for closures components such as door structures, hinges, and check arms throughout the program life cycle.

• Ensure compliance with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets.

• Apply Global Product Development System (GPDS) processes and Robustness Engineering Disciplines.

• Develop Engineering Statement of Work and participate in the sourcing process.

• Engage with suppliers and review piece and tooling cost, as well as conduct CPA.

• Participate in Technical Design Reviews (TDR) with upper management.

• Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS BOM systems throughout the product life cycle.

• Support change control meetings and update BOM with correct part levels for prototype builds.

• Identify validation, durability, and functional tests required as per design validation plans.

• Provide technical solutions to emerging issues via AIMS and JIRA resolution systems.

• Define and verify engineering prototype requirements at the part level.

• Implement and sign-off parts in assembly plants at all milestones.

• Support VQR, VRT, and PVT teams to solve quality and plant issues.

• Collaborate with purchasing to identify potential suppliers for part localization.

• Provide technical assistance to suppliers through the Supplier Engagement Process.

• Comply with quarterly objectives and targets.

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position requiring 4 days per week in the office.. Remote-only candidates are not considered, and relocation expenses will be at the candidates own cost.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $46.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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