Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
5+ years of experience in automotive Cockpit System engineering.
Experience in cockpit FMVSS, IIHS, and third-party rating validation.
Proficient in cockpit and trim plastic design and materials, including injection molding.
Familiarity with PLM systems and processing engineering changes.
Knowledge of NHTSA, FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Lead design and development of cockpit trim components like bins and IP doors.
Ensure compatibility and functionality of packaging and interfacing systems.
Conduct technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams to resolve design issues.
Define and integrate critical characteristics with adjacent systems.
Deliver products meeting quality and reliability standards on schedule.
Engage with various teams to ensure robust integration of IP Trim Plastics.
Support prototype builds and readiness for launch.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on innovative cockpit systems for Client vehicles.
Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
Engagement in the full lifecycle of product development from concept to launch.
Exposure to regulatory compliance and industry standards in automotive engineering.
Full Job Description
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Experienced DRE - Interior Trim Plastics to join our growing team.
This role will be responsible for leading the design, development, and integration of cockpit trim components including IP doors, bins, and finish trim for Client vehicles, ensuring that cockpit trim target performance and features, as well as FMVSS requirements, are met.
The individual will be responsible for understanding the vehicle's technical specifications and performance targets.
Utilizing the APQP process and supporting documentation, this position will ensure Client quality, performance, and regulatory objectives are achieved and sustained throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
Lead design, development, material selection and launch of cockpit system components (bins, trims, glove box, IP door panels and more)
Ensure packaging compatibility, interface alignment, and system level functionality.
Lead product development, material selection, tooling reviews and launch of new components from concept to launch
Conduct supplier and internal technical reviews to ensure packaging and design issues are addressed/resolved.
Work with affected teams to ensure that plastic trim components (like removable trim covers, bin doors, bins more) are properly accommodated by the Cockpit system.
Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components, including attaching hardware and joint design.
Define and integrate critical characteristics (CC/SC) with adjacent systems.
Deliver products to meet quality and reliability requirements and arrive on time for program milestones, with all necessary PPAP documentation
Lead Design and Component Integration reviews for each component / system at required milestones.
Engage with Accessories, Body, Restraints, Design, Manufacturing, Safety, Vehicle Integration (NVH, Vehicle Dynamics), and Vehicle Evaluation and Verification to deliver robust IP Trim Plastics to production that meet vehicle level performance and component requirements.
Ensure validation of the cockpit systems, reviewing test loads, set ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing.
Support prototype builds, DV/PV and launch readiness
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field is required.
Master's degree is preferred.
5+ years of experience in automotive Cockpit System engineering.
Applications-specific experience in at least 3 of the following areas / components:
Cockpit complete FMVSS, IIHS and other 3rd party rating validation.
Cockpit and trim plastic design.
Interior trim plastic materials and injection molding
Experience working within a PLM and releasing components and processing engineering changes.
Functional experience with all NHTSA / FMVSS, CARB, EPA, FCC, or other regulatory requirements.
Ability to lead teams and meetings through technical tradeoffs and optimized solutions with attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
Highly adaptable and proactive, excelling in fast-paced start-up and new model launch environments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
