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Staff Design Release Engineer, Human-Machine Interface & User Experience

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Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Vehicle Platform Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of experience in automotive hardware design and release engineering
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or Systems Engineering (or a related technical field)
  • Strong ability to bridge the gap between abstract UX/Product vision and rigorous automotive engineering requirements
  • Deep technical understanding of automotive display technologies, touch interfaces, audio systems, lighting, and in-cabin communication protocols
  • Fundamental knowledge of validation documentation and processes, including DVP&R, DFMEA, and PFMEA
  • Expert-level experience with the manufacturing BOM and ECN processes
Nice to have
  • Professional proficiency or fluency in Korean
  • Hands-on experience defining or testing passenger-facing UX/HMI modules for autonomous vehicles
  • Prior experience working within an automotive OEM or managing large-scale platform integrations
What the job really is

The Staff Design Release Engineer will lead the design release and integration of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and User Experience (UX) systems for vehicles. This role involves translating user experience concepts into technical requirements, managing component procurement, and overseeing the full product lifecycle from concept to validation. The engineer will collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure successful integration of HMI systems into vehicles.

Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k with a company match
  • Health saving accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is broad and may vary based on various factors
  • Role involves significant cross-functional collaboration, which may require strong interpersonal skills
  • Position requires managing complex integrations with OEMs, which can be challenging
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