CATIA V5 Product Engineer — Automotive Design & Prototyping

Aegis Worldwide; Michigan; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis Worldwide is seeking a seasoned design engineer to develop production-ready components using CATIA V5. You will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams, translate customer needs into drawings and specifications, and drive design reviews.

The role requires strong 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and problem-solving within automotive environments, with occasional travel to customer sites or manufacturing locations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in product, mechanical, or automotive design.
• Strong experience with CATIA V5.
• Experience with 3D modeling, surfacing, assemblies, and 2D drafting.
• UG NX experience is a plus.
• Experience with Teamcenter or another PLM system.
• Experience working with engineered components or assemblies within an automotive, transportation, or similar manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of product testing, validation, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong mechanical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, and customer teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems; PLEX experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models, assemblies, surfaces, and 2D drawings using CATIA V5.
• Work from customer requirements, specifications, and initial concepts to develop production-ready designs.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and part lists.
• Support product development from concept through testing, validation, and production.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing teams to identify and resolve design issues.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional project meetings.
• Make design modifications based on testing, manufacturing feedback, or customer requirements.
• Support prototype and sample builds as needed.
• Communicate with customers and internal teams regarding design requirements and project updates.
• Occasionally travel to customer or manufacturing locations as needed.

Skills

3+ years design experience

3D modeling

2D drafting

Surfaces / surfacing

Assemblies

Automotive design experience

MS Office

ERP systems

Communication with teams

Mechanical problem-solving

Tools

CATIA V5

UG NX

Teamcenter

PLEX

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Aegis Worldwide is seeking a seasoned design engineer to develop production-ready components using CATIA V5. You will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams, translate customer needs into drawings and specifications, and drive design reviews.

The role requires strong 3D modeling, 2D drafting, and problem-solving within automotive environments, with occasional travel to customer sites or manufacturing locations.