Senior Engineer - Interior Trim

Contechs; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Contechs is seeking a Senior Engineer - Interior Trim in Southfield, MI, on a contract basis, to join a world-class interiors team. You will contribute to packaging, engineering, release, and launch of interior components across the portfolio, collaborating with marketing, design, and vehicle engineering teams.

The role requires leadership in interior trim development and strong supplier coordination. Requires 4+ years of experience with interior components, CAD proficiency (CATIA V5/V6), and a

Qualifications

• 4+ years leading interior components development
• Experience creating specifications and timelines for accelerated SOPs
• Skilled in interpreting and applying supplier capabilities and industry benchmarks

Responsibilities

• Be a significant contributor to a world class Interior Components and Systems engineering team.
• Create industry leading Interior Components and Systems with luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality.
• Contribute to packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems across the Lucid portfolio.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to prioritize overall vehicle benefit.
• Coordinate with interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on-time delivery.

Skills

Interior trim design

CAD for 2D/3D concept drawings

DFM studies

Vehicle interior systems knowledge

Program/launch experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

Sector: Interior & Exterior Systems

Location: Southfield, MI USA

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the United States*

About the company

My client is an innovative American automotive manufacturer focused on redefining affordable electric mobility. They are developing a new generation of purpose-built electric vehicles with an emphasis on simplicity, modular design, and customer customisation.

They are looking for a Senior Engineer - Interior Trim to join their expanding team on a Contract basis. The role will be based in Southfield, MI.

Job Description:

• Be a significant contributor to a world class Interior Components and Systems engineering team
• Create industry leading Interior Components and Systems with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality
• Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems across the Lucid portfolio
• Work collaboratively within a cross functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, prioritizing overall vehicle benefit above individual systems
• Collaborate with interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery of Lucid Interior Components and Systems
• Employ and develop effective tools and innovative approaches to support product development

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of demonstrated experience as a detail oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (e.g., hard trim, soft trim, IP, door trims, consoles, headliners, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of automotive interior components and systems, industry benchmarks, trends, and supplier capabilities
• Experience creating, improving, or establishing technical product specifications and timelines to support accelerated development toward SOP
• Proficiency in CAD for 2D/3D concept drawings, interior components and systems, packaging layouts, and DFM studies (CATIA V5/V6 preferred)
• Vehicle and product launch experience

Advantageous:

• Flexibility and adaptability to succeed in a fast paced startup environment
• Experience completing one full program cycle from concept to production launch in automotive interior components and systems
• Profound knowledge of vehicle interior systems with a demonstrable track record of technical excellence and program execution
• Strong understanding of plastic part design, structural performance, manufacturing technologies, craftsmanship, ergonomics, safety, and homologation requirements
• Competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding/DFM, and GD&T
• A strong desire to create exceptional products as part of a highly capable team
• A practical, hands on approach that complements theoretical knowledge
• Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline

Work Authorization Requirement:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
• Our Client are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a strategic partner to the automotive industry, providing innovative design and engineering services to global OEMs, from concept to production.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Employment is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us if you need assistance in the application process