Component developer for Seatbelts

Design Release Engineer/ Bauteil Verantwortlicher  

• Responsible for development and integration of seatbelt systems (retractor, pretensioner, load limiter, webbing, anchorages) with BIW, seats, and interior trims 

• Manage system development across timing, cost, weight, packaging, technical requirements, quality, and functional performance 

• Lead validation and compliance activities in line with ECE R16 and FMVSS 209 / FMVSS 210, ensuring global vehicle safety targets are achieved 

• Define and maintain engineering deliverables including Design Guidelines, DVP&R, and DFMEA, support tool release within customer environments 

• Coordinate supplier and cross-functional teams through structured technical reviews, driving design development and issue resolution 

• Lead component validation and support system validation (sled / vehicle level), analyze test results, and generate detailed reports including safety-related deviations 

• Manage release and change management processes, including approval recommendations for restraint components to meet vehicle timing deliveries 

• Proactively identify risks and deviations, define mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues to project leadership 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience: 

• 3-8 years of professional experience in the development of vehicle safety components 

• Very good technical understanding and knowledge of module-specific components. This applies to concept and prototype creation as well as to series development 

• Secure use of common CAD systems and MS Office (incl. Teams and Sharepoint) 

• Firsthand experience with Jira 

• Good language skills and communication in English, German language added advantage 

• Willingness to travel to the test laboratories and customers in Europe and worldwide (if necessary) 

• Demonstrates strong motivation to learn, adapt, and thrive in diverse environments while continuously exploring new technologies.