Electrical Design Release Engineer (Automotive)

Location: Hybrid in Warren, Michigan, with in-person reporting at least three times per week; periodic work at the Milford Proving Grounds and travel as required

Company

hirify.global develops integrated vehicles, power and propulsion systems, autonomous systems, and connectivity solutions for defense, security, and government markets.

What you will do

• Own electrical systems and components from requirements definition through design, validation, release, launch, and continuous improvement.
• Translate customer, vehicle, regulatory, and program requirements into engineering requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Develop and integrate harnesses, cables, networked modules, sensors, actuators, and related hardware and software interfaces.
• Evaluate tradeoffs involving performance, reliability, cost, mass, timing, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Support design reviews, engineering documentation, supplier execution, validation, issue resolution, and corrective actions.
• Provide hands-on prototype and production support, including electrical integration, troubleshooting, containment, root-cause analysis, and launch readiness tracking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in electrical systems, vehicle electrical engineering, design release, controls, harnesses, power distribution, embedded systems, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of circuit analysis, power and signal distribution, grounding, signal integrity, electromagnetic compatibility, harness protection, and system interfaces.
• Experience interpreting requirements, schematics, wiring diagrams, interface definitions, bills of material, test results, and supplier documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate cross-functionally, resolve design and manufacturing issues, and escalate risks appropriately.
• Must be a U.S. Person: U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, asylee, or refugee.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• DFSS Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with Capital Logic.
• Experience with EMI mitigation and EMC requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with regular on-site collaboration.
• Benefits and total rewards supporting employee well-being.
• Inclusive workplace focused on belonging and equal employment opportunities.
• No relocation benefits; selected candidates are responsible for relocation costs.
• Immigration-related sponsorship is not provided, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 support.

Hiring process

• Applicants may be required to complete role-related assessments and pre-employment screening.