Trim Engineer
On-siteClinton Township, Michigan, United States
Clinton Township, Michigan, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSmall
Full TimeSmall
Job Summary
Lead design, development, and implementation of Performance Seats soft trim programs, including BOM creation, pattern development, and master appearance sample coordination. Manage soft trim inventory, tooling requirements, and manufacturing feasibility while supporting OEM design studios and production engineers. Execute troubleshooting, complaint management, and 8D investigations to ensure compliance with automotive quality and environmental standards. Define project timelines, deliverables, and specifications for trim freeze dates and CSO requirements.
Required Qualifications
- 4-year degree Trim Engineering, Materials Engineering or Industrial Engineering
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must perform a sew test onsite during onsite interview
- Must demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory ability
- Must demonstrate strong verbal and written skills as well as the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees, customers, and management
- Strong ability to manage time effectively along with strong organizational and presentation skills
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future
- Must be able to stand, walk, talk and hear along with frequent use of hands and fingers to reach, pull and grasp, frequent grasping and stooping throughout the day
- Visual acuity to read instructions, operate a computer, operate machinery, and inspect products produced
- Familiar with DVP&R, DFMEA, DFM/A, 8-D, APQP, PPAP, Benchmarking, VA/VE, GD&T, AutoCad, CATIA V5
- Familiar with ISO/TS16949 quality & ISO 14000 requirements and procedures
- Familiar with 5S processes and reporting requirements
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- 6 Years of trim engineering experience preferred
- Knowledge and practical application with Foam Skiving and A' surface management. Ensure comfort, design intent, and manufacturability experience preferred
- Basic knowledge of hand tools used to assemble seat complete
- Knowledge and practical application of Automotive Cut & Sew construction techniques, Materials and Lamination selection, retainer and proper attachment methods
- Understanding of TPDM (Trim Product Data Management) or Equivalent, for all Program ID's, Sewing Components/Materials and miscellaneous
- Knowledgeable in Optitex PDS patterning or Equivalent and Marker creation
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
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