Design Engineer III- Interiors Development

This role will support engineering design and development activities.

• Lead and support the engineering activities for large scale product development programs by investigating feasibility, performing design using 3-D modeling software, conduct layout review and 2D drawing creation.
• Develop and mature assigned components from concept through production
• Establish and achieve targets for cost, investment, weight, performance, and quality
• Coordinate engineering designs and systems with purchasing, suppliers, testing team, manufacturing team, other vehicle subsystems and functions
• Responsible for quality of components and/or subsystem 3D CAD and technical drawings
• Analyze and resolve complex problems with moderate to minimal guidance. 
• Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve product and/or processes.
• Search new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs. 
• Travel to client sites required. 

• Minimum bachelor’s degree and 5+ years industry experience developing automotive interior components required
• Education with the following specialties preferred: Mechanical, Mechanical Technology, Aerospace, Automotive, Manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience developing Lower cabin trim, Tail Gate Lining, Floor Ducts, Floor Carpet components from concept to release.
• Experience using 3-D modeling software tools (CATIA V6 required).
• Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) for hard trim (plastics) and soft trim required.
• Ability to interpret the technical and homologation requirements for Interiors and be able to apply to the designs.
• Ability to interpret CAE/test results and integrate recommendations into product designs.
• Previous Honda development experience is a plus.
• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including essential technical guidance to support Senior Management 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS office.

• Physical Demands:   
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.