Design Release Engineer – Engine/Transmission Propulsion

General Motors

Design Release Engineer focusing on engine and transmission components for General Motors. Responsible for design release, quality management and supplier collaboration.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timeWarren • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

In this role you will be responsible for production design release, component sourcing and launch of engine cylinder heads, blocks, head gaskets, and/or transmission cases.
Generate and execute technical solutions for engine cylinder heads, blocks, head gaskets, and/or transmission cases for GM propulsion programs.
Provide technical leadership for advanced component or technology development.
Perform complex design analysis and evaluate engineering designs.
Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and to support prototype and production build activities.
Manage engineering changes and ensure timely release, PPAP, and implementation at plants and suppliers.
Collaborate with casting, machining, and gasket suppliers to improve manufacturing quality and reduce defects.
Conduct supplier process audits and capability studies; drive corrective actions for non-conformances.
Lead root cause analysis for field and warranty issues; develop and implement containment and corrective actions.
Communicate status, risks, and issue-resolution plans to leadership, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional program teams.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Engineering, or related engineering field.
5+ years of experience in automotive component release, quality, or manufacturing (powertrain experience preferred).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience with engineering change management and supplier quality processes.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive improvements in quality, timing, and cost.
Excellent communication skills for concise technical reporting and stakeholder engagement.
Willingness to travel (domestic & international) for supplier and plant support as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

engine cylinder headsengine blockshead gasketstransmission casesdesign analysisengineering change managementsupplier quality processesroot cause analysiscost reduction methodsprototype and production build

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsinfluencecommunication skillsstakeholder engagementleadershipcross-functional collaborationtechnical reportingtimely release managementcorrective action development

Certifications

BS in Mechanical EngineeringBS in Aerospace EngineeringBS in Materials Engineering