Automotive CAD Design Engineer - Japanese Bilingual

PASONA NA, INC; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona Inc. (United States) is seeking an Automotive CAD Design Engineer to support design and development efforts in Michigan.

The role emphasizes CATIA-based component design, active participation in design reviews, and collaboration with engineers in Japan to ensure accurate specifications and manufacturability. The ideal candidate has automotive mechanical design experience, strong CATIA skills, and proficiency in English and Japanese for technical discussions.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive engineering, mechanical design, or automotive component development.
• Proficiency in CATIA, 3D modeling, and technical drawing interpretation.
• Professional Japanese and English communication skills, including the ability to participate in technical engineering discussions.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute beyond basic CAD drafting.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive components using CATIA and 3D modeling tools.
• Create, modify, and review technical drawings and 3D models.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in Japan on design reviews, technical discussions, and project requirements.
• Participate in engineering meetings and provide technical input on design decisions.
• Identify design challenges and recommend improvements to functionality and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with internal teams and customers to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese-English

Tools

CATIA

3D modeling

Technical drawing interpretation

Job description

Automotive CAD Design Engineer (Japanese/English Bilingual)

Location: Detroit, Michigan

Compensation: $90,000–$130,000 annually DOE

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (1-hour lunch)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire | Hybrid (Remote Work Available)

Japanese and English language proficiency required. Candidates must be able to participate in technical discussions with engineering teams in Japan.

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the listed job-related qualifications. Please review thoroughly before submitting your application.

Company Overview

An engineering services company supporting the automotive industry is seeking an experienced CAD Design Engineer to contribute to automotive design and development projects in Michigan.

Position Summary

The Automotive CAD Design Engineer will support automotive component design, technical development, and engineering collaboration using CATIA. This role extends beyond traditional CAD drafting and requires active participation in design reviews, technical discussions, and improvement initiatives with engineering teams in Japan.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automotive components using CATIA and 3D modeling tools.
• Create, modify, and review technical drawings and 3D models.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in Japan on design reviews, technical discussions, and project requirements.
• Participate in engineering meetings and provide technical input on design decisions.
• Identify design challenges and recommend improvements to functionality and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with internal teams and customers to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience in automotive engineering, mechanical design, or automotive component development.
• Proficiency in CATIA, 3D modeling, and technical drawing interpretation.
• Professional Japanese and English communication skills, including the ability to participate in technical engineering discussions.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and contribute beyond basic CAD drafting.

Preferred:

• Senior-level automotive design and development experience.
• Experience collaborating with Japanese automotive manufacturers or suppliers.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Other Details

• Direct-hire employment with assignment to an automotive client site.
• Hybrid work arrangement with remote work availability, depending on project requirements.

This role may include additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs.