Motional is looking for a Staff Design Release Engineer to own the design release and integration of vehicle control and interface subsystems. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical authority for the end-to-end design, release, validation, and production readiness of key vehicle modules.

What You'll Do

Own the complete design release of critical vehicle system hardware, including mechanical mounting, alignment, thermal management, electrical interface, and vehicle network integration.
Drive technical execution for the full product lifecycle, from concept and architecture definition to sustaining engineering and continuous improvement.
Oversee generation and release of all engineering documentation, including models, drawings, Bills of Material (BOM), specifications, and test reports.
Collaborate closely with the base vehicle supplier (OEM partner) to ensure seamless mechanical, electrical, and network integration.
Define and maintain the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), ensuring successful validation against system performance targets.
Lead the Engineering Change (ECN) process for all assigned vehicle system modules.
Act as primary technical and program interface to suppliers (Tier 1 and Tier 2), tracking part maturity through DV, PV, and PPAP phases.
Build strong partnerships across Systems Engineering, Autonomy, Software Infrastructure, Quality, and Vehicle Integration teams.
Lead technical program reviews and design readiness assessments, proactively developing risk mitigation plans.
Provide regular updates to technical leadership on design maturity, validation progress, open issues, and timely closure metrics.

What We're Looking For

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 field).
Deep technical understanding of core vehicle control architectures (e.g., AEB and VIC) and automotive network topologies (e.g., CAN-FD, automotive ethernet).
Technical knowledge of interior electronics and cockpit integration, including HMI ECUs/displays, cabin monitoring sensors, and high-speed video/data protocols (e.g., GMSL, FPD-Link).
Fundamental knowledge of validation documentation and processes, including DVP&R, DFMEA, and PFMEA.
Expert-level experience with the manufacturing BOM and ECN processes, and proven ability to manage technical discussions with external suppliers.
Familiarity with CAD systems (e.g., NX, CATIA), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, and engineering release workflows.
Strong understanding of vehicle integration, packaging, and functional safety standards (ISO 26262).
Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and execute to aggressive program timelines with minimal oversight.

Nice to Have

Direct ownership of ADAS/Active Safety hardware, low-level vehicle controllers, or interior electronic modules.
Experience with advanced in-vehicle prototypes and benchtop systems.
Proven track record of driving goal-level impact across multiple teams or subsystems.
Prior experience in a fast-growing autonomous vehicle or robotics company.