Exterior Trim Design and Release Engineer

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Parental leave

Retirement savings

Vehicle lease discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nissan is seeking an Exterior Trim Design and Release Engineer in Farmington Hills, MI to develop exterior vehicle components and coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing plants, and design teams to hit quality, cost, and schedule KPIs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of related experience, onsite work, valid driver’s license, and up to 25% travel. Nissan offers a comprehensive benefits package, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 3+ years of directly related professional‑level Engineering experience.
• Ability to perform work onsite at NTCNA Farmington Hills, MI.
• Valid driver's license.
• Travel requirements: up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Design and validation of Front/Rear Bumper Fascia (in-house); Coordination with Nissan plant plastic engineering for manufacture of Front/Rear Bumper Fascia.
• Design/validation of chrome/painted/mold-in-color parts for Exterior Trim/Front End Module (with supplier).
• Quality, Cost, and Timing management of Exterior Trim and Front End Module parts.
• Collaboration with Styling for shape development of A-surface parts.
• Safety and Regulatory performance (pedestrian protection/low speed impact).
• Achievement of Perceived Quality expectations, including Fit and Finish management.

Skills

Engineering experience

Onsite work

Supplier coordination

Pedestrian protection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Location: NTCNA/Farmington Hills, MI

Job Schedule: Full-time onsite

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Sponsorship: No

Come Drive Innovation with Us. We are currently looking for an Exterior Trim Design and Release Engineer to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

A Day in the Life

This role will be responsible for developing exterior vehicle components based on materials such as plastics, rubber, adhesive, paint, sealants, steel, and aluminum. The role will require coordination with Suppliers, manufacturing plants, design engineers, and Purchasing to achieve company KPI’s (Quality, Cost, Schedule). In addition, the role will be responsible for generating, developing, and implementing novel ideas that contribute to vehicle quality improvement, cost reduction, or weight reduction.

Job functions include but are not limited to:

• Design and validation of Front/Rear Bumper Fascia (in-house); Coordination with Nissan plant plastic engineering for manufacture of Front/Rear Bumper Fascia
• Design/validation of chrome/painted/mold-in-color parts for Exterior Trim/Front End Module (with supplier)
• Quality, Cost, and Timing management of Exterior Trim and Front End Module parts
• Collaboration with Styling for shape development of A-surface parts
• Safety and Regulatory performance (pedestrian protection/low speed impact)
• Achievement of Perceived Quality expectations, including Fit and Finish management

Who We’re Looking for:

Required

• Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• Minimum of 3 or more years of directly related professional‑level Engineering experience
• Ability to perform work onsite at NTCNA Farmington Hills, MI
• Valid driver's license
• Travel requirements: up to 25%

Desired

• Exterior trim engineering experience preferre
• Ability to work overtime may be required

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross‑departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

Rewards:

Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Built for Your Best:

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Nissan is committed to a drug‑free workplace.

All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E‑Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.

Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.

We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business.

We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market‑driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Farmington Hills Michigan United States of America Nissan is more than a car company. We are an innovation company. We take the most innovative thinking in the industry and combine it with performance, value, efficiency, safety and style. The result: Cars that thrill you every time you get behind the wheel. With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, Nissan continues with the goal to enrich the lives of our employees and customers alike.