Senior Design Engineer - Interior Plastics

Summary: 

This role will support design and development activities and lead the transition from support activities to small-scale projects by managing part and process development.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the engineering activities for large-scale product development programs by investigating feasibility, performing design using CATIA, conducting layout reviews, creating drawings, and negotiating with surrounding component functional units. 
• Create concepts and specifications that meet the cost, delivery, accuracy, and quality targets to represent the best solution for the customer. 
• Lead the transition from task-based activity to small-scale projects within the discipline or function by monitoring and tracking the progress of projects and handling any issues that arise. Report and escalate to management as needed. 
• Support management with project scope, scheduling, quoting, and reporting for these small-scale projects. 
• Mentor and train other associates in the team. 
• Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 8+yrs relevant experience OR Master’s degree in Engineering and 6+yrs years of experience designing Automotive Interiors. 
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing. 
• Knowledge and working experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) 
• Experience using both Catia V5/V6 to create 3D models and 2D drawings is required. 
• Experience in the automotive domain designing interior components, particularly Instrument Panel (IP), Interior Trim, and Seat trim / Structure design is preferred 
• Leading the development of assigned parts, including coordination with offshore teams and customer counterparts to manage schedules, deliverables, and technical follow-up. 
• The ability to work effectively in a cross-functional group setting, including essential technical guidance to support Senior Management 
• Knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and tooling 
• Exposure to CAE preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency in MS Office.