Bachelor in Engineering / Technology
Senior Automotive Interior Engineer (UGNX Interiors, Plastics & European Standards)
Position Details:
- Position: Senior Interior Design Engineer
- Experience: 8 10 years
- Location: Remote
- Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role:
- We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Automotive Interior Engineer with extensive experience in UGNX, PLM systems, and interior plastic component design.
- The ideal candidate must have prior exposure to European OEM/Tier-1 projects, strong knowledge of European automotive regulations, and proven expertise in developing high-quality interior systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and development of plastic interior components, including instrument panels, consoles, door trims, pillars, seat trims, and other cabin plastic systems.
- Create, modify, and validate 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in UGNX (Part Design, Assembly, Drafting modules).
- Ensure all designs comply with European automotive standards, regulations, and project-specific codes.
- Collaborate with styling, manufacturing, CAE, quality, and supplier engineering teams within European project environments.
- Utilize PLM systems such as SAP or Teamcenter for data management and engineering release processes.
- Conduct feasibility studies, packaging checks, and plastic design validations including draft analysis, wall thickness checks, ribs, bosses, clips, and tolerance stack-ups.
- Support DFMEA, DFM/DFA, and technical reviews with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Develop product documentation, BOM structures, and design reports for European customer programs.
- Interact with European OEMs/Tier-1 customers to gather requirements, resolve issues, and ensure design acceptance.
- Mentor junior engineers and enforce best practices in plastic design and CAD methodology.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor s in mechanical/automotive engineering or related field.
- 8 10 years of hands-on experience in automotive interiors, plastic components design & development.
- Expert proficiency in UGNX (Part Design, Assembly, Drafting).
- Strong knowledge of PLM systems and engineering release workflows.
- Deep understanding of plastic part design fundamentals including drafts, splits, ribs, clips, mounting, warpage considerations, and tooling feasibility.
- Experience working on European OEM/Tier-1 projects with understanding of standards and coding systems.
- Knowledge of European automotive regulatory requirements including safety, crash, ergonomic, and environmental standards.
- Strong familiarity with GD&T, DFMEA, and DFM/DFA practices.
- Excellent communication and customer interaction skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience collaborating with Class-A surfacing and styling teams.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for occupant safety and NVH considerations.
- Previous experience with European OEMs
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