Senior Exterior Trim Engineer - EV Exterior Systems Lead

Sumitomo Electric; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumitomo Electric in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Exterior Trim Engineer on a contract basis to design and develop exterior trim components for a world-class vehicle, balancing styling and function. You will lead packaging and release of exterior trims, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and push for quality, reliability, and cost efficiency through advanced CAD (CATIA) and materials knowledge.

Applicants must have US work eligibility and a BS in Mechanical Engineering with launch

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim design & development.
• Experience with side valences, sill trims, underbody shields and related components.
• Proven ability to create complex CAD schemes and Class A surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead or play a leading role in packaging, engineering design, release and launch of exterior trims.
• Develop exterior systems focusing on quality, reliability, functionality, mass and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize overall vehicle performance.

Skills

Exterior trim design

Launch experience

CAD modeling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Launch experience with supplier base

Plastic parts design (interior or exterior)

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

Sumitomo Electric in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Exterior Trim Engineer on a contract basis to design and develop exterior trim components for a world-class vehicle, balancing styling and function. You will lead packaging and release of exterior trims, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and push for quality, reliability, and cost efficiency through advanced CAD (CATIA) and materials knowledge.

Applicants must have US work eligibility and a BS in Mechanical Engineering with launch