Sr. Project Engineer â Vehicle Accessories Interiors
Sr. Project Engineer â Vehicle Accessories Interiors
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Sr. Project Engineer Vehicle Accessories Interiors
ABOUT Slate
At Slate weve got one job: building a vehicle youll fall in love with right here in the USA. We believe that car buyersnot car companiesshould call the shots. We like looking at the road not the screen. We dont like paying for stuff we dont like picking out the stuff we do need. We think dings are badges not blemishes. But we know not everyone likes what we like. So we built you a Slate: you make it yours.
Who we are looking for:
Slate is building a new standard for personalized purposeful vehicle accessories. As Senior Project Engineer Interior Accessories & Soft Goods youll lead the technical execution of interior products that elevate both function and styleconsole organizers trim kits cabin storage pet solutions and protection systems. Youll collaborate across design vehicle integration and supplier partners to deliver industry-leading fit finish and usability.
What you get to do:
- Own the complete technical development cycle from concept through launch driving suppliers and partners to bring world-class products to market.
- Collaborate with industrial and technical designers on accessory products using Catia.
- Translate design intent into CAD models 2D drawings and tech documentation; release via Windchill
- Partner with suppliers to optimize DFM/DFA materials costs mass and tooling approaches
- Ensure proper integration with OEM hardpoints trim systems fasteners and vehicle packaging
- Lead validation planning and execution (wear odor UV scratch resistance usability etc.)
- Coordinate and track lab and on-vehicle testing to meet durability quality and safety targets
- Ensure compliance with FMVSS SAE ASTM and internal engineering specifications
- Drive supplier readiness part maturation and launch quality with cross-functional teams
- Communicate technical progress risks and resolutions to stakeholders
What you bring to the team:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Design or related field (MS a plus)
- 8 years of experience in interior accessories cabin systems or trim components
- Deep familiarity with interior vehicle integration packaging fastener strategies and soft/hard material interfaces
- Strong CAD skills in CATIA (V5 or V6); Windchill PLM experience preferred
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory standards (FMVSS SAE ASTM) and validation protocols
- Supplier-facing engineering experience with a strong foundation in manufacturing and prototyping
- Self-starter mentality with excellent problem-solving communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-moving cross-functional hands-on environment
Why Join Team Slate
At Slate were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. The start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast Frugal and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
Location: Troy MI or Long Beach CA (Hybrid)
We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate:
- Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
