Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer; Interior

Our client is seeking a Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior) to join their team. As a Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior), you will be part of the Materials Engineering team supporting vehicle interior material development and integration.

Job Title:

Automotive Soft Trim Materials Engineer (Interior)

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)

Pay Range: $25- $35 per hour

Develop and engineer automotive soft trim materials, including fabrics, synthetic skins, carpeting, and leather for vehicle applications. Collaborate with Design Office, Product Engineers, material suppliers, and sub-tier suppliers on material formulation, development, and specification. Support the integration of materials into vehicle applications and ensure performance requirements are met. Lead short-term and long-term materials development programs, including evaluation and management of production material suppliers.

Create, maintain, and update material specifications and standards for assigned product areas.

B. S. in Materials Engineering or Material Sciences from an ABET accredited University. Minimum of 2 years materials engineering experience with soft trim materials, including materials, application development, specification, and product support. Strong oral and written communication skills, strong problem-solving skills, and strong planning skills. Ability to work independently while also excelling in a team environment with shared responsibilities. Ability to develop long-term strategies for vehicle materials to achieve corporate objectives, with proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office applications.

Work on real vehicle interior materials that require technical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement. Own materials specifications and standards for assigned product areas, helping ensure quality, durability, performance, and regulatory alignment. Lead and manage short- and long-term materials development programs with suppliers and internal engineering partners. Contribute technical expertise to support material selection decisions and integration into vehicle applications. Build influence across design, engineering, and supplier teams by summarizing and presenting work to cross-functional groups and senior management.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay