Mechanical Design Engineer

• Drive the complete design and development process for interior/exterior automotive components - from concept to final product.
• Ensure project deliveries according to established areas of responsibility, managing time, technology, and cost for specific tasks or components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams - other R&D departments, stakeholders and suppliers - to ensure seamless integration of components into larger systems.
• Create and manage technical documentation, including 2D and 3D CAD models, design verification plans, and component requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new design concepts, optimizing designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness and performance.
• Develop and own the design verification plan, ensuring all component requirements are tested, verified and documented.
• Stay up to date with automotive industry trends, emerging technologies and specific standards to drive innovation in interior/exterior design.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the overall growth of the engineering team.
• Apply knowledge of automotive-specific standards and processes throughout the design and development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field
• Knowledge in plastic/sheet metal design
• Knowledge of automotive-specific standards and processes
• Proficiency in CAD systems (such as CATIA V5 and/or Creo) and PLM systems (such as Teamcenter and/or PDM-link)
• Experienced with agile work methods