Product Design Engineer

Design Release Engineer

Location: Windsor, ON (Onsite 1-2 days per week)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Pay Rate: $43.55/hour

Synergy Consulting Group is seeking a Design Release Engineer to support the development, validation, and release of transmission and driveline systems for a leading automotive manufacturer. This role offers the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver innovative and reliable drivetrain solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring experience with automotive transmission and driveline components, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a passion for driving engineering excellence from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and release of transmission and driveline systems and components.
• Collaborate with CAE, NVH, durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, manufacturing, and supplier teams to ensure successful system integration.
• Develop and execute Design Verification Plan & Reports (DVP&R) including component, system, bench, and vehicle-level testing.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues through structured root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies.
• Support supplier selection, design reviews, and engineering approval processes.
• Develop and maintain DFMEA, DVP, and other technical documentation.
• Generate and manage system and subsystem technical specifications.
• Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, durability, quality, and warranty cost.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of automotive engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of transmission and driveline systems and components.
• Experience working with one or more of the following:
• Power Transfer Units (PTU)
• Rear Drive Modules (RDM)
• Axles
• Transfer Cases
• Differentials
• Gear Reducers
• Bearings
• Torque Converters
• Shifting Systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using root cause analysis tools such as Fishbone Analysis, Is/Is Not, 3L5Y, or Red X.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple programs and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• DFSS Green Belt Certification.
• Experience with DFMEA and DVP&R processes.
• Experience conducting in-vehicle diagnostics and NVH evaluations.
• Working knowledge of CAE/CFD analysis tools.
• Experience with NX and/or CATIA.
• Familiarity with GD&T.
• Experience translating vehicle functions into engineering requirements.

Desired Traits

• Action-oriented mindset
• Strong customer focus
• Adaptability in ambiguous environments
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Results-driven approach
• Strong technical communication skills

If you are passionate about automotive engineering and want to contribute to the development of next-generation transmission and driveline technologies, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today or contact Synergy Consulting Group for additional information.