Engineer (all genders) – Closures Plastics

HGG; München; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading automotive company is seeking an Automotive Design Engineer to design and develop plastic trim parts and assemblies. This role requires strong analytical skills and collaboration with multiple teams to ensure optimum performance and manufacturing efficiency. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have at least 3 years of experience in automotive design.

Leistungen

Diverse career paths

Mentoring and training programs

Flexible working models

Health insurance

Pension scheme

Fitness programs

Daycare subsidies

Shopping discounts

PC leasing

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 3 years automotive plastic part design experience.
• Hands-on experience with prototypes and production assembly.
• Knowledge of thermal expansion and system integration.

Aufgaben

• Design automotive plastic trim parts and assemblies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers.
• Develop and oversee testing plans to validate design performance.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software (CATIA V5/V6)

ANSYS

MATLAB

OptiStruct

ADAMS

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:

Responsible for designing and developing automotive plastic trim parts and assemblies, including Side Door Exterior Rocker Trims, glass run channels, close-out panels, Hood Trims, Liftgate trims, and Spoiler Systems. Manage polymer-related aspects from concept to production.

Design with excellence at system and component levels, focusing on performance, size, weight, durability, and cost optimization.

Collaborate closely with internal teams and external suppliers, utilizing creativity and teamwork to integrate multiple systems efficiently.

Work with stakeholders across the company, including Vehicle Safety, NVH, Durability, Manufacturing, and Design Studio, to create world-class designs.

Interpret analysis results from CAE teams to guide design evolution.

Ensure manufacturing efficiency and build quality through close collaboration with manufacturing teams.

Coordinate with various departments on tooling, secondary component changes, and quality assurance.

Develop testing plans and oversee physical testing to validate design performance.

Analyze section properties, materials, and manufacturing processes through benchmarking.

Manage virtual and physical validation testing activities.

Communicate effectively with suppliers and coordinate activities.

Provide guidance and negotiate solutions within teams.

Use GD&T to determine tolerances.

Travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent, from an ABET-accredited institution, or equivalent automotive closure experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in automotive plastic part design, including considerations for thermal expansion, paint matching, and system integration.
• Experience working with Class A surface data and proficiency in 3D CAD software like CATIA V5/V6.
• Hands-on experience with prototypes and production assembly, including assembly of parts.
• Knowledge of material selection, manufacturing processes (injection molding, ultrasonic welding, bonding), and life cycle development from concept to production.
• Strong analytical skills with familiarity with tools like ANSYS, OptiStruct, MATLAB, ADAMS.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under pressure, with a detail-oriented and problem-solving mindset.
• Experience in design release engineering, change management, and project management.

What We Offer:

Diverse career paths and personal development in a future-oriented company.

Mentoring, feedback, and training programs.

Modern offices, flexible working models, and mobile work options.

Additional benefits such as daycare subsidies, pension scheme, health insurance, fitness programs, JobRad, PC leasing, shopping discounts, and team events.