Title: 1081-1 - Exterior Lighting Design Release Engineer (Automotive) Job Description:

Highly motivated Exterior Lighting Design Release Engineer (DRE) to lead the development, validation, and release of exterior lighting systems including headlamps, tail lamps, fog lamps, and signaling devices.

The DRE will serve as the primary technical point of contact responsible for delivering lighting components that meet performance, cost, quality, and timing targets throughout the vehicle development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

Lead the end-to-end engineering delivery of exterior lighting systems from concept through production launch

Own design release of components in PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill)

Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Styling, Packaging, Electrical, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Suppliers

Manage supplier development activities, including design reviews, technical discussions, and issue resolution

Drive DFMEA, DVP&R;, and engineering validation activities

Support prototyping builds, testing, and launch readiness





Identify and resolve engineering issues (fit, function, durability, optics, thermal, sealing, etc.)

Track and meet program milestones, cost targets, and quality metrics

Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for field or launch issues

Lead change management and engineering change requests (ECR/ECO)

Requirements:

3+ years of experience in automotive exterior lighting or related systems

Experience with design release engineering processes

Working knowledge of lighting components (LEDs, optics, housings, electronics, wiring interfaces)

Familiarity with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, or similar)

Robust understanding of GD&T; and tolerance stack-ups

Experience with automotive validation processes (DV/PV testing)

Working Knowledge of regulatory lighting standards (FMVSS 108, ECE, etc.)

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

📌 Exterior Lighting Design Release Engineer (Winnipeg)
🏢 Zobility
📍 Winnipeg