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Trim Engineer

Plymouth, MIFull-time2026-07-22 → 2026-11-13
Based in United States

Core

Leads development of trim programs for seats, providing direction to staff and customer business units to achieve flawless seat appearance and craftsmanship.

Role type

Senior IC trim engineer (automotive seating)

Builds

Trim covers, seat patterns, and complete seat assemblies

Domain

Automotive seating manufacturing

Required skills

2D pattern design, CAD tools (Optitex), Design for Assembly, cost target analysis, PLM/TPDM data release, change management (ECR/ECO), EBOM review, troubleshooting external components, manufacturing support, travel

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Optitex, TPDM, PLM

Responsibilities

Design trim patterns and covers, digitize patterns, build/assemble development seats, manage engineering data releases, support build events at JIT plants, troubleshoot process issues, communicate with suppliers and internal groups, teach BEP and A3/A4 creation

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC