Where is the DRE - Structure Sealing role at SEGULA Technologies based?

This role is based in Auburn Hills, MI.

How many years of experience does this DRE - Structure Sealing role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this DRE - Structure Sealing role work with?

structural adhesives, sealers, mastics, acoustic foams, pressure-sensitive tapes.

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DRE - Structure Sealing

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this DRE - Structure Sealing role?

water-leak testing, dust chamber testing, air-leakage measurement, corrosion resistance testing.

SEGULA Technologies · Auburn Hills, MItoday

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Design, validate and release body-structure sealers, adhesives and foams for Stellantis vehicle programs.

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Why it is interesting. Release sealers, structural adhesives and expandable foams on production vehicles, from path definition through plant containment.

Might not be for you. Heavy program coordination and PLM/DFMEA documentation rather than hands-on materials R&D.

Deep specialist BS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleDevelop and release body sealers, structural adhesives, mastics, acoustic foams; requires detailed knowledge of automotive sealers, adhesives, mastics, foams, anti-corrosion treatments

H-1B filings

SEGULA Technologies filed 37 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Supplier Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Dre “ Biw Upper Body. Median filed pay: $88K a year.

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Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 2+ yrs
Industry: Automotive
Role: Product Development

Materials

structural adhesives30 roles sealers6 roles mastics1 roleacoustic foamspressure-sensitive tapes

Techniques

water-leak testingdust chamber testingair-leakage measurementcorrosion resistance testing2 roles

Role details

Position Summary

Responsible for the design, development, validation, and production release of body-structure sealing systems for Stellantis vehicle programs. The role ensures total vehicle protection against water ingress, dust intrusion, air leakage, corrosion, and acoustic noise throughout the vehicle product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Material & Application Release: Develop and release body sealers, structural adhesives, mastics, pressure-sensitive tapes, plugs, acoustic baffles, and expandable foams.
Path Definition: Define sealing strategies for body joints, hem flanges, weld seams, closures, underbody interfaces, and potential leak avenues.
Cross-Functional Design: Collaborate with BIW, Closures, NVH, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing, and Tier-1 material suppliers.
Validation Oversight: Coordinate physical water-leak testing, dust chamber tests, air-leakage measurements, corrosion resistance trials, and vehicle durability testing.
Assembly Support: Manage supplier dispensing trial runs, nozzle tooling readiness, prototype vehicle builds, and plant containment/root-cause analysis.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or Automotive Engineering.
Experience: 2+ years of experience in body sealing, BIW, closures, automotive materials, or product development.
Material Expertise: Detailed knowledge of automotive sealers, structural adhesives, mastics, acoustic foams, and anti-corrosion treatments.
Systems & Processes: Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, NX/CATIA, and Teamcenter PLM.

SEGULA Technologies is a global engineering group, boosting the competitiveness of all major industrial sectors: automotive, aerospace, energy, rail, naval, life sciences, and telecoms. With a presence in more than 30 countries and 140 locations worldwide, the Group prioritizes close relationships with its clients, driven by the expertise of its 15,000 employees. As a leading engineering player putting innovation at the heart of its strategy, SEGULA Technologies manages large-scale projects, ranging from initial studies to industrialization and production. SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is dedicated to gender balance and diversity, recognizing and recruiting talent of all backgrounds.