Design Engineer III - Seat Design
About The Position
This role supports engineering design and development activities for large-scale product development programs. The Design Engineer investigates feasibility, performs design using 3-D modeling software, and conducts layout reviews and 2D drawing creation. The role includes resolving complex problems independently or with minimal guidance, creating part specifications and bills of materials, and negotiating with surrounding component business units and suppliers. The engineer also performs cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection, and applies best practices and business knowledge to improve products and processes. The position seeks new ways to increase efficiency, use up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs. Travel to client sites is required as needed. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least five years of experience designing seats, structural or plastics components, and mechanisms. Automotive-domain experience designing seats, related structural components, and trims is required, as is experience using CATIA V5/V6 to create 3D models and 2D drawings. The job is associated with a California pay range of $55–$60 USD; the posting does not specify a pay period.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience designing seats, structural or plastics components, and mechanisms.
- Experience using CATIA V5/V6 to create 3D models and 2D drawings.
- Automotive-domain experience designing seats, related structural components, and trims.
- Proven experience engaging with cross-functional teams, with strong layout negotiation and consensus-building skills.
- Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred education specialties: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, or Manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support engineering activities for large-scale product development programs, including investigating feasibility, performing design using 3-D modeling software, conducting layout reviews, and creating 2D drawings.
- Analyze and resolve complex problems independently or with minimal guidance.
- Create part specifications and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers.
- Perform cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection.
- Apply best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and processes.
- Identify ways to increase efficiency, use up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs.
- Travel to client sites as required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure and benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being.
- Ongoing professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
