Instrumental Panel Cluster Designer

Global Connect Technologies; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Connect Technologies in Ohio is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to integrate heavy dashboard components, panels, and associated harnesses using CATIA V5/V6. You will create 3D models, 2D layouts, and drawings that meet OEM requirements.

The role emphasizes collaboration with styling studios, suppliers, and manufacturing to guarantee fit, finish, and cost targets. On-site work at the OEM location is expected to support development milestones and validate design decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience designing automotive interiors/components
• Familiar with OEM development flow and milestones
• On-site at OEM Ohio location
• Knowledge of cost drivers in part/assembly

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts based on OEM direction
• Carry out CATIA V5/V6 CAD activities
• Create layouts and 3D models for dashboards and consoles
• Prepare drawings to OEM standards
• Collaborate with styling, testing, suppliers, and factories
• Support cost analysis and item closure
• Ensure feasibility within tooling and assembly constraints

Skills

CATIA V5

CATIA V6

3D Modeling

2D Layouts

Drawing Creation

Cost Estimation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

Component Packaging: Integrating heavy components (like the infotainment display, gauge cluster, steering column, and airbag modules) into the tight constraints of the dashboard while accounting for wiring and HVAC systems.

Mechanical Design: Creating 3D models and 2D layouts using CAD software (predominantly CATIA V5/V6) to develop parts like center consoles, cup holders, trim pieces, and glove boxes.

Testing & Verification: Ensuring the dashboard and console meet rigid safety and noise standards. This involves managing IP squeak and rattle (S&R), airbag deployment clearance, and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) compliance.

Manufacturing Feasibility: Designing parts for assembly, prioritizing clip attachment methods, structural integrity, and tooling considerations for injection molding.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Negotiating with the styling (design) studios, testing departments, part suppliers, and factories to ensure the final product looks good, fits properly, and stays within budget.

• Development of Design Concepts based on project direction guidance from OEM
• CAD Activities in CATIA V5 and V6
• Evaluation and Open Item Closure
• Creation of Layouts
• Styling Feasibility with LA Studio
• 3D Modeling
• Drawing Creation to OEMs standards using latest software systems
• CATIA V5 will be primary CAD program used thru Die Go
• Supporting Document Creation
• Cost Estimation yasAnalysis of Supplier Quotes
• Evaluation Attendance & C/M creation and response (e.g. Rattle & Squeak, IQS, Wiring & Piping, etc)
• Requirements:
• PSC to be on-site full time at OEM, Ohio location and act as PIC and window person to LTTS Near Shore and Offshore PSCs
• Offshore PSC workload and responsibilities to be managed by Onsite PSC
• Must understand the OEM development flow:
• Overall project schedule
• General understanding of the expectations at each milestone
• Working knowledge of OEM development systems
• High Level of CATIA V5 and V6 capability
• Ability to work with and negotiate with styling, suppliers, and factory to support OEMs best interests and best practices
• Understanding of part/assembly cost drivers and design methods to achieve development targets.