Senior Interior Systems Engineer - Launch-Ready, Onsite CA

Intent Design LTD; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Intent Design LTD in California is seeking a Senior Engineer / Engineer - Interiors to lead and shape interior components and systems from concept to production.

You will collaborate with marketing, design and vehicle engineering, ensure technical excellence, and guide suppliers to on-time delivery while applying CAD expertise and GD&T.

The role requires 4+ years in interior systems, plus bachelor’s or master’s in mechanical engineering, with hands-on development and SOP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years as a detail‑oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (e.g., hard trim, soft trim, IP, door trims, consoles, headliners).
• Knowledge of automotive interior components and supplier capabilities.
• Experience creating or refining technical product specifications and timelines for accelerated development toward SOP.
• Proficiency in CAD for interior drawings and packaging layouts (CATIA V5/V6 preferred).
• Vehicle and product launch experience.
• Hands‑on approach complementing theoretical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including marketing, design and vehicle engineering.
• Work with interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on‑time delivery.
• Employ and develop effective tools and innovative approaches to support product development.

Job description

Intent Design LTD in California is seeking a Senior Engineer / Engineer - Interiors to lead and shape interior components and systems from concept to production.

You will collaborate with marketing, design and vehicle engineering, ensure technical excellence, and guide suppliers to on-time delivery while applying CAD expertise and GD&T.

The role requires 4+ years in interior systems, plus bachelor’s or master’s in mechanical engineering, with hands-on development and SOP experience.