Systems Engineer

Advantage Technical; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 111,751,000 - 186,252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter and Parking Accounts

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Advantage Technical in Southfield, MI is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced automotive interior components and systems. This temporary, onsite role focuses on instrument panels, door panels, consoles, and trim, with collaboration across design, engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in automotive interior systems, CAD with CATIA V5/V6, and strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and DFMs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of automotive interior systems including instrument panels, door panels, consoles, headliners, and trim components.
• Create and maintain technical specifications, engineering requirements, and development timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Support product packaging, engineering releases, validation, and production launch activities.
• Drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements and supplier readiness.
• Utilize CAD tools, preferably CATIA V5/V6, for concept development and engineering reviews.

Job description

Systems Engineer

Location: Southfield, MI

Pay: Up to $65/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week

Work Environment: 100% Onsite (flexibility based on performance)

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced automotive interior components and systems. This temporary engineering opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong background in vehicle interior design, product development, manufacturing processes, and supplier collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of automotive interior systems including instrument panels, door panels, consoles, headliners, and trim components.
• Create and maintain technical specifications, engineering requirements, and development timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Support product packaging, engineering releases, validation, and production launch activities.
• Drive design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements and supplier readiness.
• Utilize CAD tools, preferably CATIA V5/V6, for concept development and engineering reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 4+ years of experience developing automotive interior components and systems.
• Strong knowledge of interior trim design, manufacturing processes, and supplier capabilities.
• Experience with product specifications, program timelines, and launch activities.
• Understanding of injection molding, compression forming, lamination, GD&T, and build-to-print engineering.
• Experience designing systems with manufacturing feasibility in mind.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a complete automotive program from concept through production launch.
• Knowledge of vehicle safety, ergonomics, materials selection, and structural performance.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Employee Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and Parking Accounts
• People Perks Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

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