Automotive CAD Engineer (CATIA)|JPN/ENG Bilingual|Hybrid

Pasona Inc. (United States); 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

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.