Automotive Component Design Engineer - CAD & Validation

Socket.dev; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Plymouth, MI seeks a Component Engineer to drive automotive accessory development from concept through validation. You will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and QA to ensure design integrity and compliance with industry standards, including IATF 16949.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (UG NX, CATIA, AutoCAD), GD&T knowledge, and hands-on experience with tooling and molding processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing, engineering, or component development experience.
• Experience with CAD software UG NX and/or CATIA V5.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead accessory development from feasibility evaluation to validation.
• Coordinate product quotations, technical planning, and development with sales and engineering.
• Develop components from customer drawings, ensuring design accuracy.
• Oversee supplier selection, accessory code applications, and standard conversions.
• Validate first-batch production samples against drawings and specs.
• Prepare technical reports and testing results for first article recognition.

Skills

English fluency

Mandarin (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

UG NX

CATIA

Pro/E

Job description

Socket.dev in Plymouth, MI seeks a Component Engineer to drive automotive accessory development from concept through validation. You will collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and QA to ensure design integrity and compliance with industry standards, including IATF 16949.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency (UG NX, CATIA, AutoCAD), GD&T knowledge, and hands-on experience with tooling and molding processes.