Senior Product Engineer (automotive headliners or doors)

About the role

We are seeking a talented Product Engineer to support the design, development, and continuous improvement of interior automotive components, with a strong focus on instrument panels, consoles, or door systems. The ideal candidate will lead engineering activities from concept through production while managing ongoing engineering changes and ensuring product quality, performance, and manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of instrument panels, door panels, consoles, and related interior components.
• Support both built-to-print and full-service development programs from concept through SOP when required.
• Manage engineering changes for released products and ensure updates are implemented efficiently in production.
• Work closely with customers to understand requirements and deliver timely solutions.
• Ensure production processes are optimized for efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support launches, improvements, and issue resolution.
• Evaluate product performance through testing and analysis.
• Recommend and implement design improvements to meet quality and durability requirements.
• Identify opportunities for product enhancements and new development.
• Support research and development initiatives to maintain a competitive advantage.

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 is required.

Skills

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM systems.
• IATF 16949 auditor certification.