Design Engineer

Description

• Plans, organizes, leads, and directs technical work related to product design and development activities.
• Leads in selection, requirements, specification, initiation, and implementation of projects relating to new product application.
• Defines scope, plans, organizes, leads, and directs technical work and departmental efforts related to product, process, tooling, and materials as it relates to product design and development activities.
• Monitors and controls costs, quality, timing, and other related aspects of projects. Understands and adheres to schedule and budgetary requirements of projects. Reports progress as required.
• Translates direction of technical work into specific plans of action and directs development activities to implementation phase.
• Serves as a liaison and coordinates development activities of internal and external resources.
• Participates in continuous improvement efforts.
• Research, recommends, and implements or improves new and/or existing products, processes, materials, technologies, and equipment.
• Serves as a resource by providing a problem-solving function by initiating action to overcome obstacles as they are encountered.
• Engages in comparative and competitive analysis to ensure utilization of most appropriate and beneficial techniques in a situation, respectively.
• Performs other duties as necessary for completion of projects and achievement of departmental goals and performs necessary procedures for protection of intellectual property rights.

Req Number ENG-26-00058

• 5 years’ experience minimum, automotive industry preferred.
• Understanding project engineering practices, principles, processes, etc.
• Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, and present information.
• Advanced CAD skills preferred (Siemens NX or Catia preferred).
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Travel is required up to 10% both domestically and internationally to support the business, although this is an estimation and may increase or decrease depending on the needs of the business.

About the Organization Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Interiors, Latches, Door Systems, Motors & Electronics, Overhead Systems, and Hard Trim. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation.

Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs 12,000 people in over 35 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA. For more information, please visit

• Positions are open to qualified candidates who have work authorization for the listed locations. All candidates must have the on-going legal right to work within the country where the position is located.
• The application process functions best when applicants use a laptop or desktop.