Senior Product Engineer (automotive headliners or doors)

We are seeking a talented Product Engineer to support the design development and continuous improvement of interior automotive components with a strong focus on instrument panels consoles or door systems.

The ideal candidate will lead engineering activities from concept through production while managing ongoing engineering changes and ensuring product quality performance and manufacturability.

Product Development and Engineering
Lead the design and development of instrument panels door panels consoles and related interior components. Support both built-to-print and full-service development programs from concept through SOP when required.

Program and Change Management
Manage engineering changes for released products and ensure updates are implemented efficiently in production. Work closely with customers to understand requirements and deliver timely solutions.

Manufacturing and Process Support
Ensure production processes are optimized for efficiency cost and quality. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to support launches improvements and issue resolution.

Quality and Validation
Evaluate product performance through testing and analysis. Recommend and implement design improvements to meet quality and durability requirements.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for product enhancements and new development. Support research and development initiatives to maintain a competitive advantage.

Education
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Materials Science or a related field.

Experience
4 to 8 years of product engineering experience in a Tier 1 automotive supplier or OEM environment.
Hands-on experience with instrument panels consoles or door systems is required.

Technical Skills
Strong proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA NX or SolidWorks.
Advanced knowledge of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis.
Experience with AIAG core tools including APQP PPAP DFMEA PFMEA Control Plans and SPC.

Knowledge Base
Deep understanding of automotive interior systems including instrument panels door panels and center consoles.

Experience with Teamcenter or similar PLM systems.
IATF 16949 auditor certification.