Sr. Automotive Design Engineer

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Sr. Design Engineer and this is an onsite position in Fremont, CA.ResponsibilitiesBe a significant contributor to a world-class Interior Components and Systems engineering team.Create industry-leading Interior Components or Systems, with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, and functionality.Contribute to the packaging, engineering, release, and launch of Interior Components and Systems in the portfolio.Work interactively within a cross-functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, placing priority on the greater benefit of the vehicle above any one individual system.Collaborate with Interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery of Interior Components and Systems.Employ and develop effective tools and an innovative approach to supporting the development.Qualifications5+ years of demonstrated experience as a detail-oriented Interior Components and Systems development lead (for one or more: Hard trim, Soft trim, IP, Door trims, Consoles, Headliners, etc.).Knowledge and understanding of automotive Interior Components and Systems industry benchmark, trends and supplier competencies.Experience creatingimprovingestablishing technical product specifications and timelines to achieve an accelerated development cycle towards SOP.Experienced in using CAD to create 2D3D concept drawings, Interior Components and Systems, packaging layouts and DFM studies (CATIA V5V6 preferred).Vehicle and product launch experience.Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a relevant discipline.AdvantageousFlexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment.One full program cycle experience from concept to production launch in automotive Interior Components and Systems.Profound knowledge of vehicle Interior Components and Systems and demonstrable track record of technical excellence and program execution.A solid knowledge of plastic parts design, structural performance, manufacturing technologies, craftsmanship, ergonomics, safety and homologation requirements.Strong competency in materials selection, plastic injection moldingDFM, and GD&T.A strong desire to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a very capable team.A practical hands-on approach to complement the theoretical.Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills.About Maxonic: Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied terested in Applying? Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Surya ( (408-400-2314) for more details.

Created: 2025-02-21