End-to-End Cockpit & Door Trim Design Lead

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering firm located in Michigan is seeking a Design Release Engineer specializing in door trims and center consoles. The role involves managing product performance, overseeing release processes, and leading design teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and several years of experience in the automotive sector. Strong CAD skills, particularly in NX or CATIA, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams are essential. This role focuses on delivering high-quality automotive interiors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automotive interiors or complex plastic assemblies.
• Strong understanding of DFM/A, materials, tolerances, GD&T principles.
• Ability to travel for cross-functional collaboration and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Manage product performance to meet functional and cost targets.
• Oversee product release and change management processes.
• Lead design and release of door trim and console assemblies.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Injection Molding

Quality Tools

Cross-functional Collaboration

3D CAD Software (NX/CATIA)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

Job description

A leading automotive engineering firm located in Michigan is seeking a Design Release Engineer specializing in door trims and center consoles. The role involves managing product performance, overseeing release processes, and leading design teams. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and several years of experience in the automotive sector. Strong CAD skills, particularly in NX or CATIA, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams are essential. This role focuses on delivering high-quality automotive interiors.