Exterior Trim Design Engineer (CATIA)

Evoke HR; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Evoke HR is seeking an Exterior Trim Design Engineer with 5–10 years of experience to design and develop automotive exterior trim components using CATIA V5/V6. This role focuses on creating robust, manufacturable designs that meet styling, quality, cost, performance, and vehicle integration requirements.

The candidate will develop 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings for bumpers, grilles, wheel arch claddings, roof rails, and other exterior parts, while performing feasibility studies,

Qualifications

• Exterior trim design experience for automotive applications.
• Strong skills in 3D modeling and drawing creation.
• Experience with tolerance stack-up analysis and GD&T.
• Ability to review engineering drawings with GD&T requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive exterior trim parts using CATIA V5/V6.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings for bumpers, grilles, wheel arch claddings, roof rails, and more.
• Perform feasibility studies and packaging analysis.
• Coordinate with CAE, Manufacturing, Tooling, Supplier, and Quality teams.
• Support prototype builds and vehicle launch activities.
• Resolve design and manufacturing issues during development and production.

Skills

Exterior trim design

3D modeling

Tolerance analysis

GD&T knowledge

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Teamcenter

ENOVIA

Job description

The Exterior Trim Design Engineer (5-10 Yrs exp) is responsible for the design and development of automotive exterior trim components using CATIA V5/V6. The role involves creating robust and manufacturable designs while meeting styling, quality, cost, performance, and vehicle integration requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive exterior trim parts using CATIA V5/V6.
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and 2D drawings for:
  • Front and Rear Bumpers
  • Grilles
  • Wheel Arch Claddings
  • Roof Rails
  • Rocker Panels
  • Spoilers
  • Moldings
  • Garnish Parts
  • Pillar and Door Exterior Trims
• Perform feasibility studies and packaging analysis.
• Develop Class A, Class B, and Class C surface-based plastic part designs.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings with GD&T requirements.
• Conduct tolerance stack-up and assembly analysis.
• Ensure compliance with OEM design standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with CAE, Manufacturing, Tooling, Supplier, and Quality teams.
• Participate in design reviews, DFMEA, and design validation activities.
• Support prototype builds and vehicle launch activities.
• Resolve design and manufacturing issues during development and production.

Required Skills

CATIA Skills

• CATIA V5/V6 Part Design
• Assembly Design
• Generative Shape Design (GSD)
• Wireframe & Surface Design
• Drafting Workbench
• Knowledge of PLM tools such as Teamcenter or ENOVIA