Exterior Trim Engineer
Listed on 2026-11-04
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Quality Engineering, Product Engineer
Akkodis is seeking a Exterior Trim Engineer for a Contract job with a client in Novi, MI
. Ideally looking for applicants with a solid background in the Automotive Domain.
Rate Range: $48/hour to $70/hour;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.
- 5+ years of experience in vehicle exterior trim Class A components and/or trim mechanical areas and relevant automotive assignments. Including all three phases of product development (Design, Test and Launch).
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or relevant engineering field.
- Demonstrated experience in solving complex technical challenges in product design and development.
- Computer aided design (CAD) tools, including CATIA V5/V6 experience is highly recommended.
- Product lifecycle management (PLM) tools, including Teamcenter experience is highly recommended.
Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), material selection, and design for manufacturing (DFM).
- Hands‑on experience in automotive product launch, including prototype builds and production ramp‑up.
- Familiarity with design and engineering considerations for high‑volume automotive production.
- Ability to work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams, including suppliers, design studios, and vehicle engineering teams.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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