Design Engineer - Exterior Trim

The role

This role will support engineering design and development activities. The person will develop exterior trim part models from early concepts through detailed design maturation.

What you will do

• Develop exterior trim part models from early concepts through detailed design maturation in CATIA 3DX
• Create and refine A-surface and engineering surfaces while maintaining design intent and downstream manufacturability
• Define part geometry, interfaces, attachment features, locating schemes, and datum structures
• Apply GD&T and support tolerance stack-up reviews to achieve fit, function, and assembly targets
• Create part specification requirements and BOM
• Negotiate with surrounding component business units and suppliers
• Perform cost analysis, strength calculations, and material selection
• Use best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve product and/or processes
• Search for new ways to increase overall efficiency, utilize up-to-date technology, and reduce design and parts costs

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 4+ years of relevant industry experience
• Proficiency in 3D modeling with CATIA V6/3DX
• Hands-on experience with A-surface part modeling and production-intent product definition
• Working knowledge of GD&T, datum schemes, locating strategy, and tolerance stack-up
• Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office

Nice to have

• Mechanical
• Mechanical Technology
• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Manufacturing

Benefits

• Competitive compensation structure
• Benefits that support professional growth and personal well-being

About the company

Goken is a global Engineering Services and Product Development company founded in 2004. They partner with OEMs and suppliers across the mobility space and non-mobility industries.