Design Engineer - Exterior Trim
About The Position
This role supports engineering design and development activities for exterior trim parts. The engineer develops part models from early concepts through detailed design maturation in CATIA 3DX, creating and refining A-surfaces and engineering surfaces while preserving design intent and downstream manufacturability. The role defines part geometry, interfaces, attachment features, locating schemes, datum structures, specification requirements, and bills of materials. It also applies GD&T and supports tolerance stack-up reviews to meet fit, function, and assembly targets. The engineer negotiates with surrounding component business units and suppliers, performs cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection, and uses business knowledge and best practices to improve products and processes. The position seeks ways to increase efficiency, use up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs. Travel to client sites is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 4 years of relevant industry experience.
- Proficiency in 3D modeling with CATIA V6/3DX.
- Hands-on experience with A-surface part modeling and production-intent product definition.
- Working knowledge of GD&T, datum schemes, locating strategy, and tolerance stack-up.
- Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Nice To Haves
- Education specializing in Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, or Manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Develop exterior trim part models from early concepts through detailed design maturation in CATIA 3DX.
- Create and refine A-surface and engineering surfaces while maintaining design intent and downstream manufacturability.
- Define part geometry, interfaces, attachment features, locating schemes, and datum structures.
- Apply GD&T and support tolerance stack-up reviews to achieve fit, function, and assembly targets.
- Create part specification requirements and BOMs.
- Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers.
- Perform cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection.
- Use 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.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation structure.
- 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
