Design Engineer; Solidworks, Injection Molded interior components

We are seeking a skilled Design Engineer with expertise in interior injection molded plastics and interior trims to join our team in Imlay City, MI. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience using Solid Works to design and develop automotive interior components.

• Design and develop interior trim components (door panels, instrument panels, consoles, pillars, etc.) using Solid Works.
• Create and manage 3D models, detailed drawings, and BOMs for injection molded plastic parts.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (manufacturing, tooling, quality) to ensure design feasibility and cost‑effectiveness.
• Select appropriate plastic materials based on performance, cost, and aesthetic requirements.
• Support tooling development and troubleshoot molding‑related design issues (draft angles, wall thickness, gate locations, etc.).
• Participate in design reviews and modify designs based on feedback from simulation, testing, or production.
• Ensure designs meet dimensional tolerances, regulatory standards, and customer specifications.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of design engineering experience focused on automotive interior plastics and trims.
• Expert proficiency in Solid Works (advanced surfacing, sheet metal, and plastic features).
• Knowledge of interior trim joining methods (welding, adhesives, clips, screws).
• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack‑up analysis.
• Ability to work onsite full‑time in Imlay City, MI.

• Experience with Class A surface data and aesthetic part design.
• Knowledge of low- or high‑volume injection molding tooling.
• Familiarity with FEA or mold flow analysis.
• Understanding of automotive interior regulations (FMVSS, flammability, etc.).