Applications Engineer General - Subframes & Structures

Job Description

Job Description

GTECH is seeking an Applications Engineer - General (Subframes & Structures) for a tier 1 national manufacturer!

Location: Dearborn, MI

Position Type: Long term contract, Day Shift

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required (Master’s preferred)

Experience: 3+ years of Design and Release (D&R) experience specifically in frames, subframes, or structures

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a highly skilled Applications Engineer to lead the design, review, and approval of Subframe Structures and Tow Hooks . This role bridges advanced forward-model product development with robust manufacturing execution, ensuring all designs deliver on component engineering specifications (ES) and vehicle attributes.

Beyond core technical delivery, the ideal professional serves as a technical anchor—mentoring peer engineers, driving material cost and warranty reductions, and maintaining an absolute focus on failure mode avoidance through rigorous engineering discipline.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES:

Design Leadership & Engineering Delivery

• Design & Release Ownership: Lead, review, and approve Subframes Structure and Tow Hook designs from forward-model concept through manufacturing launch.
• Attribute Management: Ensure overall design compliance with critical vehicle attributes, including packaging, crashworthiness, durability, thermal management, and commercial upfitting.
• Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve complex structural, durability, assembly, and functional issues during development and launch phases.
• Quality & Robustness: Drive strict failure mode avoidance by establishing and applying rigorous engineering disciplines, including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Perfect Drawing Plans, and Engineering Specifications.

Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Cost & Warranty Control: Lead focused initiatives for Material Cost Reduction (VOME/TVM) and warranty reduction to improve product margin and field quality.
• Benchmarking: Conduct competitive benchmarking studies to identify best-in-class structural designs, manufacturing processes, and efficiency improvements.

Team Leadership & Knowledge Sharing

• Technical Mentorship: Act as a subject matter expert and coach to peer engineers, fostering continuous professional development.
• Technical Forums: Guide and lead regular knowledge exchanges through Technical Club forums to share lessons learned and standardize best practices across the team.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner seamlessly with manufacturing engineering, procurement, suppliers, and attributes teams to drive program alignment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Required Technical Skills & Experience

• Design & Release (D&R): Proven track record of successfully releasing and launching structural automotive components (subframes, frames, or tow hooks).
• Failure Mode Avoidance: Deep practical knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and technical engineering specifications.
• Manufacturing Alignment: Strong understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and how structural designs impact assembly plant feasibility.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong capability to lead cross-functional engineering groups and present complex technical data clearly, both in writing and verbally.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Lean Methodologies: Proficiency or certification in Lean Six Sigma methodologies for problem-solving and process optimization.
• Structural Acumen: 3 or more years of dedicated experience focused on chassis frames or structural body-in-white (BIW) components.

Why work at G-Tech?

G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech?\r\nG-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!\r\n\r\nG-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\r\n \r\nBy submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.