Plastics Engineer

PRI Global; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering firm is seeking a Closures Plastics Engineer in Detroit, Michigan. The ideal candidate will have 2-4+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim design and must be adept at creating complex CAD models. This role emphasizes collaboration within a cross-functional team to innovate and enhance vehicle features. The successful applicant will hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and possess strong problem-solving skills. This is a contract position.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim design & development.
• Proven experience creating complex CAD schemes and models.
• Good understanding of computational tools available to design engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging and engineering design for exterior plastics.
• Create innovative systems focusing on quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for vehicle enhancement.

Skills

CAD design

Thermoplastic materials

3D problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5 or V6

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Closures Plastics Engineer. This position requires an experienced professional with responsibility for designing and developing parts of the exterior closures plastics of a world class vehicle in terms of both styling and function. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

Role

• Lead or play a leading role in the packaging, engineering design, release and launch of exterior plastics of the liftgate and side doors.
• Create cutting edge exterior systems focusing on quality, reliability, functionality, mass and cost efficiency.
• Work interactively within a cross functional studio and vehicle engineering team, placing priority upon the greater benefit of the vehicle above any one individual system.
• Employ and develop world class engineering tools and an innovative approach to support the systems generation.

Qualifications

• 2-4+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim design & development. This includes design related experience with at least some of the following areas:
  • Liftgate Spoiler – multipiece
  • Rear Liftgate Finishers & Panels
• Proven experience creating complex CAD schemes and models to an excellent standard, preferably using CATIA V5 or V6
• Proven experience with thermoplastic & thermoset resin materials and class A manufacturing technologies (including painting)
• A good understanding of the range of computational tools available to design engineers

Advantageous

• A flair for creative engineering and 3D problem solving
• Three or more years of experience with plastics design, Class A surfaces, front crash, aero features, lighting integration, module integration, tooling, resins, supply base, fit and finish, gap and flush, module concept, thermal expansion, structural design, paint (matching).
• A strong desire to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a very capable team
• Well-developed team working and interpersonal skills
• A great work ethic

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or relevant engineering discipline

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting