Sr. Project Engineer Exteriors

Kyyba•Long Beach, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We design utility accessories built for personalization and real-life adventure—engineered to perform on the trail, in the driveway, and everywhere in between. As Senior Project Engineer – Utility Accessories & Hard Goods, you'll lead the development of exterior and structural products such as roof racks, cargo mounts, modular utility systems, and body protection gear. You'll take responsibility for technical execution across internal teams and global suppliers, ensuring performance, durability, and compliance every step of the way.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field; MS or MBA a plus
8+ years in ruggedized hardware, vehicle accessories, or structural product development
Mastery of CATIA (V5 or V6); Windchill PLM experience strongly preferred
Experience designing and releasing structural or utility components across metals, plastics, and composites
Strong working knowledge of FMVSS, SAE, ISO, and similar compliance/regulatory frameworks
Demonstrated ability to bring products from concept through production with Tier 1/2 suppliers
Comfortable with iterative development, supplier travel, and hands-on prototype validation
Clear communicator and problem-solver, able to work across engineering, design, and manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead full-lifecycle engineering of hard-goods accessories: racks, carriers, panels, mounts, and trail systems
Create and manage CAD models and detailed 2D drawings in CATIA; release via Windchill
Collaborate with suppliers for material selection, DFM/DFA, prototyping, testing, and production ramp
Ensure structural integration with vehicle mounting points and adherence to OE crash and load path criteria
Develop and execute DVP&Rs for durability, fatigue, corrosion, IP rating, and mechanical performance
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards (FMVSS, SAE, ISO, etc.)
Lead field validation, prototype build support, and first-off part evaluations
Track BOM health, mass, cost targets, and engineering status through all program gates
Partner closely with industrial design, product management, and operations to align performance and brand standards
Present technical risks, trade-offs, and decisions to senior leadership and cross-functional teams