R&D Engineer 3

Nissan Motor Corporation • Farmington Hills, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Nissan is seeking an R&D Engineer 3 to join its CAD Operations Team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The role supports vehicle development programs by leading the creation and revision of 3D part shapes, assemblies, and vehicle-level data. The engineer coordinates activities with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to meet project timing and quality targets, troubleshoots complex technical issues, and provides technical guidance while promoting Nissan design processes and best practices. The role also involves maintaining design standards and procedures and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The position is full-time and onsite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Four or more years of directly related professional-level engineering experience.
• Experience with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and related engineering software applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to evaluate technical issues and recommend solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical presentations and reports.
• Ability to work onsite at the Farmington Hills, Michigan office.
• Motor Vehicle Report required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience with vehicle-level data creation and management.
• Experience coordinating activities across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Experience using SpaceVision or similar tools to evaluate vehicle-level impacts outside the assigned scope.
• Experience developing design procedures or continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAD/design creation and revision of 3D part shapes, assemblies, and vehicle-level data to support vehicle development programs.
• Coordinate engineering activities with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to achieve project timing and quality targets.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues, identify root causes, and develop effective countermeasures and design solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers and team members while promoting Nissan design processes and best practices.
• Develop and maintain design standards, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives within the assigned area.

Benefits

• Career growth and continuous learning opportunities, including seminars, leadership training, and learning platforms.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, mental health support, parental leave, and retirement savings.
• Employee Lease Program discounts on lease vehicles.
• Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level