Dimensional Engineer

DIMENSIONAL ENGINEER – Troy, Michigan Hybrid Position / Open-ended contract position

Pay Rate: approximately $50.00 hour

Job Scope of the Dimensional Engineer:

A Dimensional Engineer for Automotive Interiors ensures that interior cabin components – such as instrument panels, door trims, consoles, and headliners – meet precise fit, finish, craftsmanship, and geometric tolerances from the prototype phase through full-scale production.

Core Responsibilities of the Dimensional Engineer:

Tolerance Stack-Up Analysis :
Run mathematical tolerance models on plastic injection molded parts, sub-assemblies, and interfaces

Fit and Finish (Craftsmanship) :
Ensure tight gap and flush tolerances, tactile alignment, and zero-squeak/ratter interfaces across adjacent cabin parts

Metrology and Data Analysis :
Analyze scan data, CMM reports, and coordinate measurements from checking fixtures, Meisterbock, or laser scanners

Root Cause Problem Solving :
Identify root cause for warp, shrinkage, or misaligned assembly tooling when interior parts fail to sit correctly

Supplier & Tooling Collaboration :
Work with suppliers and toolmakers to modify injection mold or assembly jigs Requirements and Qualifications for the Dimensional Engineer:

Education :
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field preferred, will consider experience in leu of degreeGD&T Experience :
Advanced knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Software Skills :
Proficiency in CAD (NX and/or CATIA) and 3D inspection software (Poly Works, Geomagic, Verisurf)
Manufacturing Knowledge :
Familiarity with plastic injection molding, forming, soft-trim manufacturing, and sequence-of-assembly processesA successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

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