Sr. Design Package Engineer-Seal at Recar in Troy, MI

Sr. Design Package Engineer-Seal Location: Troy, Michigan ABOUT SLATE At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Slate is looking for an energetic, organized, experienced SeniorDesign/Package Engineer-Seal to join our growing team. This role is responsible for developing, testing, and refining sealing components—such as door seals, frunk seals, gate seals, SUV panels roof, and window encapsulations—to prevent water, air, and noise, and dust from entering the vehicle. They specialize in elastomeric materials (rubber, TPE) and work closely with Tier 1 suppliers to ensure seals meet strict quality, durability, and NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) standards. WHAT YOU GET TO DO Develop and guide the development of Seal Systems and components, ensuring interface compatibility across all vehicle systems. Lead the team in engineering parts, assemblies, and attributes, ensuring feasibility, manufacturability, and assimilability into vehicles. Responsible for total vehicle integration of all seal attribute requirements and feasibility at the vehicle level. Identify and resolve integration and design issues during vehicle development. Lead cross-functional Integration team meetings, collaborating with product development teams including systems, packaging, manufacturing, and service. Manage Vehicle Technical Specifications and Functional Vehicle Targets, cascading technical requirements to parts, systems, and components. Develop strategic and specific vehicle level targets and evaluate functional requirements against vehicle features at each development gate. Provide guidance and constraints to Development Engineers and the organization as the product plan matures. Expected responsibilities include Benchmarking, Vehicle Performance, Weight Management, Durability & Reliability, and others. WHAT YOU BRING Higher education degree in design engineering from an ABET accredited institution or equivalent experience. 8+ years of experience in vehicle development. Demonstrates expert proficiency in CATIA V5. Exhibits strong communication, team building, and relationship building skills. Direct experience in developing or packaging seal systems. Capable of leading teams and conducting meetings to navigate technical tradeoffs and achieve optimized solutions with meticulous attention to detail. Possesses extensive knowledge of vehicle technicalities and the development process, including setting technical targets, assessing feasibility, and validating with statistical confidence, both virtually and physically. Familiarity with NHTSA/FMVSS, CARB, EPA, and SAE. Willingness and enthusiasm to thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment. WHY JOIN TEAM SLATE? At Slate, we’re fueled by grit, determination, and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness move our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and mutual respect, and is motivated by shared principles. Safety First Delight Customers One Team Relentless Improvement Fast, Frugal, and Scrappy Respectful Collaboration Positive Legacy WE WANT TO WORK WITH PEOPLE THAT REFLECT THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE OPERATE. Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at slate-talent_acquisition@slate.auto.