Job Title: Sr. CAD Engineer - Interiors, Injection Molding & Wrapping

Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. CAD Engineer to join our team in Michigan. This role focuses on the development and design of interior Door Trim components for premium vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of excellence, a can-do attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CAD methodologies to create and release part files, work on A-surface models, and apply knowledge-based engineering in Catia V6.
• Develop and design interior Door Trim components for premium vehicles.
• Recommend effective part interfaces from the industry that meet craftsmanship targets and benefit the customer at affordable costs.
• Interface with engineers throughout the full design phase, from the first sketch to the final component release and production validation on vehicles.
• Ensure all geometric, technical, and validation requirements for each milestone delivery are analyzed and met, iterating improvements as necessary for changing markets.
• Collaborate with the design studio, vehicle packaging, advanced engineering, manufacturing, simulation, and dimensional teams to develop optimal design solutions.
• Maintain the bill of materials and identify pathways for cost reductions and manufacturing improvements.
• Work with the Crash Safety team to ensure the design meets homologation requirements.

Essential Skills

• 8+ years of experience as a detail-oriented CAD engineer in Interior Components and Systems, including applications on Interior Door Trim panels.
• Experience creating complex CAD models in CATIA V6 quickly and efficiently while maintaining excellent standards for CAD parts, trees, links, and publications.
• Proven expertise in geometrical dimensioning and tolerance, applying tolerance targets to component locators, attachment methods, and overall gap and flushness requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of the automotive Interior Components and Systems industry, including benchmarks, trends, and supplier competencies.
• Vehicle and product launch experience.
• Experience in interior processes such as wrapping, injection molding, painting, and compression molding.
• Proven experience in selecting polymers for the design of interior components.
• Strong engineering fundamentals to create innovative solutions.
• Experience in mold flow simulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Work ethic that results in the best overall solutions, even in high-pressure situations.
• Experience with one full program cycle from concept to production launch in automotive instrument panels.
• Proficiency in modal analysis, finite element method analysis, and computational fluid dynamics.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team with members of different cultures and nationalities.
• Fluency in a second language such as Spanish or German.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, with a focus on innovation and excellence. You will work with a global team of passionate engineers, leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and technologies. Dress code is business casual.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.