About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled, business-minded
Design & Release (D&R;) Engineer
to lead the development, implementation, and financial optimization of
Automotive Accessories and Performance Components
.

In this role, you will act as the primary liaison between the OEM and international suppliers, managing the product lifecycle from initial business case approval through market introduction. You will not only own the technical execution (CAD, packaging, and validation) of your assigned commodities but also drive
Value Optimization (VAVE)
strategies to ensure all engineering, quality, and cost requirements are successfully met.

Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Program Execution & Launch: Manage the development and launch of automotive accessories from business case approval through market introduction, ensuring compliance with vehicle program timing and deliverables.
- Value Optimization & Budget Management: Drive cost-value analysis and execute Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives. Own the commodity budget, track cost reduction goals,



and maintain the financial database.
- Supplier & Project Management: Serve as the primary technical liaison with international Tier 1 and aftermarket suppliers. Manage supplier selection, product validation, testing, and detailed Bill of Materials (BOMs).
- Design & CAD Packaging: Lead early Computer Aided Design (CAD) creation, 2D drawings (including GD&T;), and packaging feasibility studies using NX / Teamcenter. Ensure accessories integrate seamlessly with base vehicle systems.
- Quality & Validation: Author, update, and own core engineering quality documentation, including DFMEA, FMEA, and DVP&R; to guarantee functional objectives and regulatory compliance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with cross-functional teams (including vehicle teams, HMI, validation, and leadership) to ensure successful program execution and launch readiness.
- Root-Cause & Production Support: Follow, track, and ro

📌 Design & Release Engineer – Automotive Accessories & Value Optimization (Ciudad de México)
🏢 Segula Technologies
📍 Ciudad de México