Closures System Engineer
Core
Design, development, and validation of vehicle closure systems (doors, hoods, tailgates) focusing on the intersection of sheet metal structures and mechanical hardware.
Role type
Mechanical Engineer (Automotive Closures)
Builds
Vehicle closure sub-systems including sheet metal panels, latches, hinges, and seals for production vehicles.
Domain
Automotive engineering, mechanical design, sheet metal manufacturing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
CAD (3DX/CATIA), sheet metal design, mechanical hardware integration, Design Verification Plans (DVP&R), CAE simulation correlation, GD&T, supplier technical management, physical prototyping
Preferred skills
Closure-specific kinematics, electromechanical integration, materials science (stamping/casting), global safety standards (FMVSS), cycle/slam testing, gap/flush quality control
Technologies
3DX, CATIA, CAE tools
Responsibilities
Lead sub-system mechanical development and integration; Design and develop closure panels and architectural interfaces; Package and integrate moving mechanical components; Define and execute Design Verification Plans; Collaborate with manufacturing teams on stamping and assembly optimization; Manage supplier technical delivery; Troubleshoot technical issues during development and launch; Own CAD, BOM, and GD&T documentation
Seniority
Mid-level IC (3+ years experience)