Automotive Surface & Color Engineer – Global Travel

Boutique Recruiting Introductions, LLC (BRI); Troy (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting Introductions, LLC (BRI) seeks a Product Engineer for Surface and Color Development in Troy, Michigan. This full-time role involves developing solutions for automotive interior and exterior trim, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and applying industry-specific tools like DFMEA and CAD.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of automotive industry experience. Bilingual capabilities in English and German or Spanish are a plus. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with automotive interior/exterior trim components.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop surface and color solutions for automotive components.
• Identify color, gloss, and surface pattern issues.
• Collaborate with teams to support product development.

Skills

Automotive industry experience

Color development chemistry

Proficiency in DFMEA

Bilingual in English and German

Experience with wood deco treatments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in wood technology, color development chemistry, or related field

Tools

CAD

DFMEA

DVP&R

Job description

Boutique Recruiting Introductions, LLC (BRI) seeks a Product Engineer for Surface and Color Development in Troy, Michigan. This full-time role involves developing solutions for automotive interior and exterior trim, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and applying industry-specific tools like DFMEA and CAD.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of automotive industry experience. Bilingual capabilities in English and German or Spanish are a plus. Travel up to 50% may be required.