Exterior Trim Design & Release Engineer: Badges & Emblems

Hinduja Tech Limited; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hinduja Tech Limited seeks a Design & Release Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and release of vehicle exterior components, with a focus on badges, emblems, nameplates, and trim.

The candidate will create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in Siemens NX, lead the design release from concept through production, and collaborate with styling, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and vehicle teams. 4+ years in automotive engineering including exterior trim is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of professional automotive engineering experience.
• At least 1 year designing exterior trim components (badges, emblems, nameplates).
• Proficiency in Siemens NX for 3D modeling and design.
• Experience with automotive product development and Design & Release processes.
• Experience creating and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerances.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes for exterior trim components.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop exterior components including badges, emblems, nameplates, logos, and trim.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and 2D drawings using Siemens NX.
• Lead the design and release of components from concept through production.
• Collaborate with styling, manufacturing, quality, supplier, and vehicle engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, and change docs.
• Review component designs for dimensional accuracy, fit, function, appearance, and manufacturability.
• Support DFMA activities and identify design issues early in development.
• Work with suppliers to review designs and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Support prototype builds, validation activities, and production launch.
• Participate in design reviews and cross-functional meetings.
• Manage engineering changes and release through engineering systems.
• Analyze and resolve fit, finish, dimensional, and assembly issues during development and launch.
• Ensure designs comply with engineering standards, vehicle requirements, and program timing.
• Support root-cause analysis for design-related issues.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Hinduja Tech Limited seeks a Design & Release Engineer to support the design, development, validation, and release of vehicle exterior components, with a focus on badges, emblems, nameplates, and trim.

The candidate will create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in Siemens NX, lead the design release from concept through production, and collaborate with styling, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and vehicle teams. 4+ years in automotive engineering including exterior trim is required.