Design Engineer Body Exterior - Trim (C-Pillar, D-Pillar, Roof, Tailgate, Spoiler, Wheel Arches, Rear Fascia)

- Create and develop components using 3DX CAD with the ability to design parts independently.

- Apply GD&T principles and perform dimensional variation analysis to ensure robust designs.

- Conduct system and component-level design aligned with all program requirements.

- Design to meet Voice of Customer, regulatory, functional, quality, DFA (Design for Assembly), DFS (Design for Service), packaging, and clearance requirements.

- Utilize validation methods including CAE, physical testing, and analytical techniques to confirm design integrity.

- Assess tooling, manufacturing, supplier sub-assembly, and vehicle assembly feasibility.

- Evaluate surface feasibility, fit & finish, and craftsmanship considerations when applicable.

- Perform interface and assembly feasibility studies, including packaging, static/dynamic clearances, joint analysis, GD&T datum schemes, and dimensional variation analysis.

- Maintain comprehensive design documentation and quality history.

- Support technical reviews using DFMEA, DVPR, SCCAF (SC & CC), PFMEA, Control Plans, Robustness Checklists, Demonstration Matrices, Boundary Diagrams, Interface Matrices, and P-Diagrams.

- Develop and manage engineering transmittals, feature definitions, and related documentation for electrical and software interfaces.

- Utilize PLM systems (including BOM management) to control design data and release processes.

- Manage engineering timing to support prototype builds, validation phases, and overall program milestones.

- Prepare RFQ packages and support sourcing activities with purchasing and supplier teams.

- Evaluate and track landed cost, vendor tooling (F&T), ED&T (as applicable), and other financial impacts to the program business case.

- Oversee development expenses including prototype parts, tooling, and other engineering-related costs.

- The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience