Design Engineer Body Exterior - Rear Wiper, Backlite
Core
End-to-end development of vehicle exterior components (rear wiper, backlite) from concept through production release.
Role type
Senior IC design engineer (automotive body exterior)
Builds
Vehicle components and systems for automotive clients
Domain
Automotive / EV / Mechanical Design
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
3D CAD design, GD&T principles, dimensional variation analysis, CAE validation, DFMEA/DVPR/PFMEA, PLM/BOM management, cost estimation, supplier interface management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
3DX CAD, PLM systems
Responsibilities
Create and develop components using 3DX CAD independently; Apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional variation analysis; Conduct system and component-level design aligned with program requirements; Design to meet regulatory, functional, quality, DFA, DFS, packaging, and clearance requirements; Utilize validation methods including CAE, physical testing, and analytical techniques; Assess tooling, manufacturing, supplier sub-assembly, and vehicle assembly feasibility; Maintain comprehensive design documentation and quality history; Support technical reviews using DFMEA, DVPR, SCCAF, PFMEA, Control Plans, and other quality tools; Develop and manage engineering transmittals for electrical and software interfaces; Utilize PLM systems to control design data and release processes; Manage engineering timing to support prototype builds and program milestones; Evaluate and track landed cost, vendor tooling, and other financial impacts; Oversee development expenses including prototype parts and tooling.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC