Project Engineering Senior Specialist

Marelli; Southfield (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Marelli Interiors is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Interiors Research & Development team in Southfield, MI. You will drive the development of interior systems from concept through launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet safety, quality, cost, and customer expectations.

The role requires a plastics or related engineering degree with 4–7 years (or master’s with 3–6 years). Proficiency in CAD NX, Excel, and documentation, plus strong communication and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a plastic parts or related engineering field; 4–7 years experience, or Master’s with 3–6 years experience.
• Strong capability with engineering and office software tools (CAD NX, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and integrated applications).
• Excellent communication, organization, and project‑coordination skills in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development of interior systems from concept through launch, ensuring designs meet safety, quality, cost, and customer expectations.
• Deliver key engineering outputs—including CAD, DFMEA, BOMs, design reviews, customer submissions, and issue resolution—on time and with exceptional accuracy.
• Partner with technicians, designers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to solve problems, close open issues, and keep programs moving with confidence.
• Apply strong analytical and engineering tools (FMEA, VA/VE, design reviews) to strengthen product robustness and support continuous improvement.
• Leverage project management systems to track progress, prepare clear documentation, support toll‑gates, and contribute to hitting program KPIs.

Skills

CAD NX

Excel

PowerPoint

Documentation

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in plastics or related engineering

Master’s degree (optional)

Tools

NX CAD

Job description

Your next career opportunity with our organization starts here!

Embarking on a new role within Marelli means taking on new challenges and seizing the opportunity to make a bigger, better, bolder impact!

We’re pioneers of the future of mobility. Our story is built on innovation and manufacturing excellence. Every day, we drive change and co-create what comes next. Our purpose is simple yet ambitious: "Let’s push the boundaries together. We aspire to shape future mobility dreams and turn them into reality."

Joining the Marelli Interiors Product Development team means becoming a part of something bigger, a place where you can explore your potential and pioneer innovation.

As a global yet fast‑evolving company, we are always looking to grow and evolve our talents.

About the Position:

We are looking for a Project Engineer to join the Interiors Research & Development team reporting directly to the DE Supervisor. This position is based at our office in Southfield, Michigan

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Drive the development of interior systems from concept through launch, ensuring designs meet safety, quality, cost, and customer expectations.
• Deliver key engineering outputs—including CAD, DFMEA, BOMs, design reviews, customer submissions, and issue resolution—on time and with exceptional accuracy.
• Partner with technicians, designers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to solve problems, close open issues, and keep programs moving with confidence.
• Apply strong analytical and engineering tools (FMEA, VA/VE, design reviews) to strengthen product robustness and support continuous improvement.
• Leverage project management systems to track progress, prepare clear documentation, support toll‑gates, and contribute to hitting program KPIs.

What you will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a plastic part or related engineering field (4–7 years experience) or a Master’s degree (3–6 years experience); relevant certifications are a plus.
• Strong capability with engineering and office software tools (CAD – NX mainly, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and integrated applications).
• Excellent communication, organization, and project‑coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast‑moving environment.
• A commitment to producing clear, accurate technical documentation and maintaining confidentiality and compliance with company requirements.
• The ability to successfully complete standard pre‑employment screenings and work effectively across cross‑functional teams.

Other skills that we would welcome:

Multilingual abilities—especially English paired with Spanish, Japanese, or Chinese to support global collaboration and customer interactions.

Experience with fast‑paced innovation or short‑sprint development projects, ideally within automotive or consumer product environments.

A special interest in any area of plastics; injection molding, soft‑trim, or other key interior technologies used in automotive component manufacturing.

What does this position offer you:

Fast‑paced yet supportive and high‑performing international team with an inspiring ambition to transform the future of mobility.

Support in onboarding and further training that will set you up with Marelli's speed.

A hybrid work model, helping you to achieve work‑life balance​-combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful co‑creation time in the office.

Take the next step:

Together, we will drive the world towards a safer, greener, and better‑connected future.

Are you ready to make your mark, shape the future of the automotive industry, and drive the growth of the Interiors business?

Talk to us!

Contribute to shaping the vehicles of tomorrow with your unique talents.

We are inviting you to take the next steps.

Let’s drive the future together.