Body Electronics Design Release Engineer (DRE)
 Cognizant North America | |
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, Michigan, Novi | |
 Apr 04, 2025 | |
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Body Electronics Design Release Engineer (DRE) About Us: Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant, a member of the NASDAQ-100, is ranked 195 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com. About Cognizant's IoT Practice: Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things-but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all. Responsibilities: Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: * Be responsible for the electrical hardware design of all body electronics modules, sensors, and actuators under your span of control. You will cover from clean sheet of paper through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch for Scout all-electric pick-up and rugged SUVs. * Work with Purchasing and Finance counterparts to develop technical specifications in support of the quoting and sourcing process for components under your control. * Work with Cariad, key VW Group module owners, and suppliers to release all appropriate body control components. * Be part of a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, promoting continuous learning and professional development among team members. * Perform virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing. * Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations. * Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly. * Contribute to the design of production facilities for Scout trucks & SUVs. * Manage supplier resources efficiently to deliver components and systems that meet cost, timing, and quality targets. Qualifications: We expect all engineers to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: * Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, or combined electrical/mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a relevant field. * 5+ years of experience in body electrical and/or electromechanical areas and relevant automotive assignments, covering all phases of product development (design, test, and launch). * Strong technical skills and expertise in body control systems, employing a six-sigma approach to engineering design and problem-solving. * Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field. * Ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels. Work Authorization Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.) Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
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