Design & Release Engineer – Body Interior

• Design, develop, validate, release, and implement Body Interior components and systems for assigned vehicle programs
• Lead development of master sections supporting manufacturing, cost, timing, safety, quality, assembly, craftsmanship, and ergonomics
• Comply with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets and GPDS milestone deliverables
• Apply the GPDS process and maintain program-specific robustness engineering disciplines
• Develop and maintain the Engineering Statement of Work and support sourcing or re-sourcing processes
• Lead CPA package development and ensure engineering and sourcing documentation is complete and delivered to Purchasing
• Support Studio Development, identify high-risk fit-and-finish issues, and manage appearance feasibility
• Conduct package studies and lead CAE studies
• Manage CAD model transfers to and from suppliers
• Complete engineering design and studio surface transfers according to program milestones
• Apply Six Sigma and 8D issue resolution methodologies
• Lead component design reviews and follow the Technical Design Review process
• Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS throughout the product lifecycle
• Support change control meetings, interface with program change control, and prepare change requests
• Audit and update bills of material for prototype builds and maintain CAD-to-BOM alignment
• Identify required validation, durability, and functional tests; establish and maintain program-specific DVP
• Resolve DPA issues, support PMT processes, and maintain open-issues lists
• Lead parts implementation and sign-off in the assembly plant
• Resolve design, fit/finish, and assembly issues during launch and provide production guidance
• Review and act upon Product Design Letters when affected
• Support VQR, VRTs, and PVT
• Provide technical assistance to suppliers and support or lead component PPAP and supplier readiness reviews

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• 2 years of experience with body interior components in an automotive domain
• 1 year of CAD experience
• Knowledge of vehicle functions and Body Interior systems and components, including Door Trim, IP, Hard Trim, and Console
• Strong 3D CAD knowledge and experience with CAE studies
• Solid knowledge of materials properties
• Solid knowledge of interior trim production processes
• Experience in craftsmanship and ergonomics principles
• Solid experience with Studio Development processes and appearance feasibility
• Effective project management skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Visa sponsorship is not available

Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing Body Interior components and systems for automotive applications, with a strong focus on CAD modeling, project management, and compliance with engineering standards. Proficient in applying Six Sigma methodologies and conducting CAE studies to ensure quality and performance targets are met.

• Body Interior Component Design
• 3D CAD Proficiency
• CAE Study Leadership
• Project Management Skills
• Six Sigma Methodologies

• CAD Experience
• Engineering Design
• Materials Properties Knowledge
• Interior Trim Production Processes
• Craftsmanship Principles
• Ergonomics Principles
• DVP Establishment
• Technical Design Review Process
• Change Control Management
• BOM Alignment

• Effective Project Management

• Automotive Domain
• Body Interior Systems
• Studio Development
• Fit-and-Finish Issues
• PPAP
• Supplier Readiness Reviews

• Microsoft Office Suite