Product Engineer

Teamprovide; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Teamprovide in Detroit is seeking a Product Engineer to design and release seating components using CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE, ensuring GD&T compliance from concept through launch. You will build 3D models, create release drawings, define datum schemes, and collaborate with trim, foam, and manufacturing teams to support prototypes, testing, and DFMEA deliverables.

Candidates should have 3+ years automotive design experience and a strong track record delivering release-quality drawings within PLM

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of automotive product design or product engineering experience.
• Strong CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE skills (part design, surfacing, assembly, drafting).
• Solid GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5) and experience producing release-quality drawings.
• Familiarity with PLM systems and engineering change management.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple components to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build 3D models and surfaces of seating components in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE.
• Create and release 2D drawings with full GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and OEM standards.
• Define datum schemes and tolerances for foam, trim, and back panels.
• Support design reviews, feasibility studies, and manufacturing packaging.
• Manage changes, BOM updates, and PLM data throughout programs.
• Assist prototype builds, testing, and issue resolution.

Skills

CATIA expert

GD&T knowledge

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

3DEXPERIENCE

PLM systems

ASME Y14.5

Job description

Product Engineer responsible for designing and releasing seating components in CATIA for a leading Tier 1 automotive seating supplier. Owns CAD and drawing package from concept through launch support, ensuring GD&T compliance and collaboration with trim, foam, and manufacturing teams. Supports prototype builds, testing, and design reviews to meet program objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build 3D models and surfaces of seating components in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE

• Create and release 2D drawings with full GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and OEM drawing standards

• Define datum schemes, tolerances and stack-ups for foam, head restraint, armrest and back panel parts

• Design trim interface features in partnership with trim engineering

• Support design reviews, packaging studies and feasibility checks with manufacturing and tooling

• Manage engineering changes, BOM updates and PLM/PDM data

• Support prototype builds, DV/PV testing and launch issue resolution

• Contribute to DFMEA and APQP deliverables

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 3+ years of automotive product design or product engineering experience

• Strong CATIA V5 or 3DEXPERIENCE skills (part design, surfacing, assembly, drafting)

• Solid GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5) and experience producing release-quality drawings

• Basic understanding of seat trim: cover construction, attachment methods and trim-to-foam fit

• Familiarity with engineering change management and PLM systems

• Detail-oriented, organized and able to manage multiple components on a deadline

Preferred Skills:

• Automotive seating experience at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier

• Experience designing molded polyurethane foam parts or plastic/structural components

• Tolerance stack-up analysis

• Exposure to OEM drawing standards (GM, Ford, Stellantis, Toyota)

• GD&T certification (GDTP) a plus

You have 3+ years automotive product design experience. Proficient in CATIA V5/3DEXPERIENCE with strong GD&T knowledge. Skilled at creating release-ready drawings and managing engineering changes