Sr Exterior Trim Engineer

About the Role

This position requires an experienced professional responsible for designing and developing parts of the exterior systems of a world-class vehicle, balancing styling and functionality. Our ideal candidate is proactive, determined, and excels in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead or play a leading role in the packaging, engineering design, release, and launch of exterior trims for a state-of-the-art car.
• Create cutting-edge exterior systems with a focus on quality, reliability, functionality, mass, and cost efficiency.
• Work collaboratively within a cross-functional studio and vehicle engineering team, prioritizing the overall vehicle benefit over individual systems.
• Employ and develop world-class engineering tools and innovative approaches to support system generation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim design & development, including:
• Side valences
• Sill trims
• Underbody aero shields
• Wheelhouse liners
• Spoilers / Appliques
• "Frunk" / "Froot"
• Rocker panels
• Proven experience creating complex CAD schemes and models, preferably using CATIA V5 or V6.
• Proven experience with thermoplastic & thermoset resin materials and Class A manufacturing technologies (including painting).
• Understanding of computational tools for design engineers.
• Launch experience is advantageous.
• Creative engineering and 3D problem-solving skills.
• Five or more years of experience with plastics design, Class A surfaces, front crash, aero features, lighting integration, module integration, tooling, resins, supply base, fit and finish, gap and flush, module concept, thermal expansion, structural design, and paint matching.
• Strong desire to create the best product as part of a capable team.
• Well-developed team working and interpersonal skills.
• Strong work ethic.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.

Additional Requirements

• Required launch experience.
• Supplier base knowledge (e.g., Magna, Rivian).
• Specific experience designing plastic parts (interior or exterior).

Pay Rate: $55.00/hr

Duration: 4 Months

Location: NEWARK, CA

Job Type: Temporary Assignment, Onsite