Core Technical Engineer – Soft Trim Materials Engineer

About the Role

Responsible for the development of Automotive Soft Trim Materials (fabrics, synthetic skins, carpeting, leather, etc.) for Stellantis vehicle applications. The engineer will work closely with Design Office, Product Engineers, sub-tier suppliers, and materials suppliers in the formulation, development, specification, and integration of materials into vehicle applications. This role includes approving production suppliers, managing short- and long-term materials development programs, and developing materials, processes, and preferred practices for vehicle applications. The engineer will maintain materials specifications and develop long-term strategies for vehicle material technology to achieve corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and specify automotive soft trim materials (fabrics, synthetic skins, carpeting, leather, etc.) for vehicle applications.
• Collaborate with Design Office, Product Engineers, sub-tier suppliers, and materials suppliers.
• Formulate, develop, and integrate materials into vehicle applications.
• Approve production suppliers and manage materials development programs.
• Develop materials, processes, and preferred practices for vehicle applications.
• Maintain materials specifications and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
• Develop long-term strategies for vehicle material technology.
• Summarize and present work to cross-functional teams and senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Material Sciences.
• Minimum of 5 years of materials engineering experience with seating or soft trim materials.
• Experience in materials and application development, specification, and product support.
• Background with OEM, Tier One seating, or trim supplier is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and excel in a team environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in Textile or Materials Engineering, Material Science from an ABET-accredited university.
• Extensive experience with material formulation and development of fabric, leather, and/or synthetic skin materials at an automotive material supplier or Tier One supplier.
• OEM Materials Engineering experience with a focus on seating, flooring, or wrapped trim materials.
• Urethane foam formulation experience.
• Program management capability to organize materials development programs and coordinate efforts across Materials Engineering, Platform Engineering, Quality, Product Design Studios, and Manufacturing.
• Experience assisting in the development and establishment of materials and processes preferred practices for interior systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
• Family Building Benefits: Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 17+ paid holidays (including a year-end shut-down from December 24th through New Year’s Day), vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave.
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans: Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions, plus an employer contribution regardless of employee contributions.
• Income Protection & Insurance Options: Employer-provided and voluntary plans, including life insurance, group accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Company Vehicle Lease Program: Eligible employees and their families can lease Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included, plus exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
• Support for Growth and Giving Back:
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Student loan refinancing programs.
  • 18 paid volunteer hours annually to contribute to your community.