Senior Product Engineer (automotive headliners or doors)
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Lead design and development of instrument panels, door panels, consoles, and related interior components from concept through SOP. Manage engineering changes for released products and collaborate with customers to deliver timely solutions. Optimize production processes for efficiency, cost, and quality while working with manufacturing teams to support launches and issue resolution. Evaluate product performance through testing and analysis, recommending design improvements to meet durability requirements. Identify opportunities for product enhancements and support R&D initiatives to maintain a competitive advantage. Requires 4 to 8 years of product engineering experience in a Tier 1 automotive supplier or OEM environment, with hands-on expertise in instrument panels, consoles, or door systems.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
- 4 to 8 years of product engineering experience in a Tier 1 automotive supplier or OEM environment
- Hands-on experience with instrument panels, consoles or door systems
- Strong proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
- Experience with AIAG core tools including APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC
- Deep understanding of automotive interior systems including instrument panels, door panels, and center consoles
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM systems
- IATF 16949 auditor certification
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