Design Engineer – Automotive

We are seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer to join our innovative automotive engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing high-quality automotive parts and accessories, with a strong focus on performance, manufacturability, and aesthetics. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to bring new product ideas from concept to production while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

· Lead the full lifecycle design and development of automotive components, ensuring they meet functional, aesthetic, and performance standards.

· Generate design concepts, detailed drawings, and engineering documentation using advanced CAD tools.

· Enhance and redesign existing products to improve durability, functionality, cost-efficiency, and visual appeal.

Engineering Analysis & Feasibility

· Conduct engineering analyses including feasibility studies, design reviews, risk assessments, and cost evaluations.

· Ensure all designs align with manufacturability requirements, production timelines, and cost targets.

· Identify optimization opportunities based on test results, user feedback, and production constraints.

Material Selection & Integration

· Work with internal teams to select appropriate materials that meet performance and durability requirements.

· Explore and integrate sustainable or innovative materials aligned with industry advancements.

· Ensure compatibility of materials with manufacturing processes and environmental conditions.

Prototyping, Validation & Testing

· Develop prototypes of engineered components and oversee testing procedures to ensure performance, structural integrity, and safety.

· Analyze test data and implement necessary design revisions or improvements.

· Prepare detailed engineering test reports and documentation.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

· Ensure all designs meet automotive industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality guidelines.

· Collaborate closely with QA/QC and Compliance teams to maintain design integrity and documentation accuracy.

· Support audits, certification processes, and design validation requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work closely with suppliers, technical partners, and third-party vendors to ensure successful component development.

· Participate in supplier meetings to discuss design feasibility, manufacturing challenges, and production solutions.

· Collaborate with internal teams such as R&D, procurement, and production to ensure smooth project execution.

Continuous Improvement

· Identify opportunities for process enhancement within the engineering function.

· Apply lessons learned to improve future project efficiency, quality, and delivery timelines.

· Stay current with automotive technologies, materials, and industry best practices.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (Required).

· 3–5 years of experience in automotive product engineering.

· Hands-on experience working with OEM standards and requirements (Required).

· Strong background in designing automotive components or accessories.

· Proficiency in 3D CAD tools:

o Fusion 360, Creo PTC

o (Optional: NX, CATIA, SOLIDWORKS)

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient in engineering analysis software and tools used for feasibility, testing, and evaluation.

· Experience in planning, executing, and monitoring engineering projects.

· Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple design tasks simultaneously.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.

· Forward-thinking, innovative, and passionate about automotive technologies.

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