Restraints Engineer for Interior Systems

Restraints Engineer for Interior Systems

Novi, MI (with supplier and plant travel as required)

Onsite

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Restraints Engineer to support interior restraint systems engineering activities across the full vehicle development lifecycle. The role will involve on-site engineering support, supplier coordination, DV/PV testing, issue resolution, and build support for restraint system components.

Key Responsibilities

Provide engineering support for interior restraint systems , including:

Passenger airbags

Curtain airbags

Seatbelts

Work cross-functionally with internal engineering teams to meet design, safety, and manufacturing requirements

Collaborate with suppliers to:

Ensure correct and timely data uploads into OEM systems

Support part updates and engineering changes

Align tooling timing with program milestones

Lead and support DV/PV testing activities for restraint systems

Drive fast and effective issue resolution through all build phases

Obtain and manage B-Release approvals for restraint system components

Support:

Supplier builds

On-site vehicle builds

Pre-production and production launch activities

Modify components based on engineering, safety, and design inputs

Ensure quality compliance using DFMEA, PFMEA, and Control Plans

Travel to supplier locations and manufacturing sites as required

Required Qualifications

8+ years of experience in interior restraint systems engineering

Proven experience supporting restraint systems through all development phases

Strong working knowledge of restraint system requirements and safety standards

Hands-on experience with DV/PV testing for restraint systems

Proficiency in CATIA , including:

Pulling data

Cutting and analyzing sections

Strong understanding of automotive quality processes

Ability to quickly resolve complex engineering issues

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Ability to work on-site and take direction from lead engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working within legacy OEM engineering systems

• Familiarity with global OEM product development processes

• Work Location

• Primary: On-site (Engineering office)

• Secondary: Supplier and manufacturing site support as needed