Restraints Engineer

Our client is seeking a Restraints Engineer to join their team. As a Restraints Engineer, you will be part of the Vehicle Engineering team supporting occupant protection and restraint system development. The ideal candidate will have hands-on technical ownership, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive complex issues to closure with clear communication.

Job Title: Restraints Engineer

Location: Foster City, CA (4 days onsite)

Pay Range: $80-$90/hour + Benefits

What's the Job?

• Own the restraint system for a next-generation autonomous vehicle, from requirements definition through supplier sourcing and validation.
• Develop and cascade restraint requirements, including System/Subsystem Technical Specifications (SSTS), to components and suppliers.
• Lead RFQ activities for restraint components, including preparing technical packages, evaluating supplier responses, and supporting sourcing decisions.
• Support resolution of open restraint issues on the fleet, using structured root-cause analysis (8D, Fishbone) for critical design and build problems.
• Plan, run, and sign off restraint testing at component level and system level as part of the overall occupant protection system.

What's Needed?

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 4+ years of design and release experience with restraint components.
• Experience writing and managing system and component requirements, including technical specifications such as SSTS.
• Experience supporting RFQs and supplier selection for automotive safety components, plus testing and sign-off at component and system levels.
• Working knowledge of restraint regulatory, homologation, and certification requirements (e.g., FMVSS, NCAP), along with proficiency in CAE tools and DFMEA/PFMEA for passive safety components.

What's in it for me?

• Direct technical ownership of an occupant protection restraint system that impacts performance, quality, and production readiness.
• A fast-moving, engineering-focused environment where you can influence design decisions across performance, cost, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Opportunity to lead supplier sourcing and validation activities for critical automotive safety components.
• Hands-on involvement in testing, sign-off, and structured issue resolution to drive open items to closure.
• Collaboration with safety, vehicle integration, quality, supply chain, and program management to support on-time delivery.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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