Product Engineer - Interiors

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Full Time Professional Cottondale, AL, US

15 days ago Requisition

Are you proud to be part of something meaningful? Do you have the determination to deliver high-quality work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment?

SMP Automotive System Alabama Inc. develops and manufactures plastic components and highly integrated modules for the automotive industry. As part of the Motherson Group—one of the top global automotive suppliers—we are committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

At SMP, we value employee contributions and invest in professional development to prepare our team for the evolving challenges of the automotive industry. If you are passionate about what you do and want to make a real impact, this could be a career-defining opportunity.

The Product Engineer supports the development and industrialization of automotive interior components. This role collaborates closely with customers, production plants, engineering teams, and suppliers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Support product development and industrialization from concept through series production
• Assist in managing and documenting engineering projects (cost, timing, quality)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, sales, and suppliers
• Support design and development of plastic automotive components and modules
• Participate in project coordination and status reporting
• Assist in prototype procurement and validation activities
• Evaluate simulation, testing, and measurement results; track improvement actions
• Support change management processes with production plants
• Contribute to RFQ preparation and technical documentation
• Participate in Product and Process FMEAs and tolerance analyses
• Assist in developing technical specifications and engineering solutions

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of plastics processing and component design
• Familiarity with engineering tools and methodologies (FMEA, PPAP, etc.)
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (joining, fastening, finishing)
• Experience with MS Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• Knowledge of quality standards (IATF 16949, ISO 9001)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel (domestic and international)

Candidates must demonstrate alignment with our core values:
Passion for Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity

• 120 hours PTO + 32 hours sick time annually
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Voluntary benefits (life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal plan)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Safety shoe & prescription safety glasses allowance
• Team wear allotment
• Paid training & development opportunities
• Recognition programs and career growth opportunities

• Offers are contingent upon successful completion of background check and drug screening
• This role offers strong growth potential toward a Senior Product Engineer position

If you’re ready to contribute to a growing, innovative organization, please submit your resume along with a summary of your accomplishments.