Product Development (Exterior & Interior Trim Systems) Design Engineer

Anadolu Group; İzmit; On-site; TRY 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance (including sp

Pension plan

Birthday and social casual leaves

Technical and competency trainings

Job summary

Anadolu Isuzu is seeking a Product Development Engineer for exterior and interior trim systems in Kocaeli, TR. You will participate in R&D activities, define specs, and work on design, validation, and industrialization of trim components with cross-functional teams.

You will coordinate prototype and validation efforts, analyze test results, and drive design improvements while ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations. Strong English and engineering background are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Automotive/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong command of English.
• Interest in automotive powertrain & drivetrain systems.
• Experience with design tools (Catia) and enterprise systems (SAP/Enovia) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D product development activities for exterior and trim systems.
• Design, develop, validate, and industrialize exterior body and interior/exterior trim components.
• Define technical requirements, part specifications, tolerances, and interfaces aligned with vehicle targets.
• Coordinate prototypes, fit & finish, validation tests, and documentation throughout the lifecycle.
• Collaborate with body engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and suppliers.
• Support cost, weight, performance, and efficiency optimization.

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Team oriented

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Automotive/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering degree

Tools

Catia

SAP

Enovia

Job description

Unvan: Product Development (Exterior & Interior Trim Systems) Design Engineer

Konum: Kocaeli, TR

Let's Design the Future Together!

Are you ready to be part of a team that drives innovation in the automotive industry?

At Anadolu Isuzu, every opinion matters, every individual is equal.

We care more about what you can do than who you are.We work together to build a fair and inclusive work culture in an environment where different talents meet so that all our employees can realize their potential in the best way possible.

• Graduated from Automotive, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering etc
• Have a good command of English
• Have a strong interest in automotive powertrain & drivetrain systems
• Preferably have experience in Catia, SAP, Enovia,
• Proficient in MS Office programs
• Possess strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Have a team-oriented and systematic working approach
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Are passionate about following automotive technologies and innovations

What will you do when you join us?

• Take an active role in R&D product development activities for commercial vehicle exterior and trim systems
• Contribute to the design, development, validation, and industrialization of exterior body and interior/exterior trim components
• Define technical requirements, part specifications, tolerances, and interface definitions in line with vehicle-level targets
• Coordinate and manage prototype, fit & finish, and validation activities (appearance, gap & flush, durability, environmental, and functional tests)
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as body engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and suppliers
• Support cost, weight, performance, and efficiency optimization studies
• Ensure compliance with global regulations, homologation requirements, and internal standards
• Analyze test and vehicle build results, identify root causes of issues, and drive design and process improvement actions
• Participate in supplier technical evaluations, design reviews, and change management processes
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and engineering releases throughout the product lifecycle

How Does Our Journey Progress?

• Preliminary Evaluation Process
• Technical & Competency Based Interview
• Physical Interview
• Reference Check

Note:Process steps may vary depending on the nature of the position being interviewed.

We Grow with Our Differences, Empowered by Equality! At Anadolu Isuzu, every idea counts and every individual matters.

Who Are We?

As the Anadolu Isuzu family, we operate in more than 50 countries outside Türkiye, with more than half of our business volume coming from overseas markets and the defense industry. At Anadolu Isuzu, we have been manufacturing commercial vehicles in Türkiye since 1984 and have been expanding our production portfolio through a publicly traded joint venture between Anadolu Group, Isuzu Motors Limited, and Itochu. We focus on the commercial vehicle segment of the automotive industry and as Anadolu Isuzu, we have a strong product range, effective after-sales services, and an extensive dealer and service network. We are in an assertive position in export markets through our manufacture of trucks, light trucks, midibuses, buses and pick-ups.

What Do We Offer?

• Private health insurance (including coverage for spouse)
• Individual pension plan with employer contribution
• Birthday and social casual leaves
• Continuous development opportunity with technical and competency trainings