Automotive Fascia Design Engineer

Job DescriptionJob Description

Automotive Fascia Design Engineer – Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)
Direct Hire | Full-Time

Are you passionate about innovative automotive design and engineering excellence?
We are seeking a talented and creative Automotive Fascia Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Auburn Hills, MI. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end design and development of fascia assemblies—balancing cutting-edge aesthetics with superior functional performance.

This is a direct hire, onsite position requiring hands-on collaboration with cross-functional teams across styling, engineering, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fascia components, including substrates, bumpers, grille assemblies, bezels, skid plates, baffles, and ducts.
• Ensure final design robustness, quality, and manufacturability.
• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for prototype and production fascia components.
• Collaborate with styling and engineering teams to ensure seamless alignment with vehicle performance and appearance standards.
• Manage engineering releases and change control processes, including BOM management and PLM documentation.
• Lead new program development—driving design best practices, tooling feasibility reviews, material selection, CAE risk analysis, and milestone coordination.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of plastic materials, mold design, and molding processes.
• Lead cost and weight reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and performance targets.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues using DOE and other advanced problem-solving methodologies.
• Support development of the Exterior Systems technology roadmap, incorporating innovative materials and design concepts.
• Drive continuous improvement in design quality, cost efficiency, and overall product performance.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams and suppliers across the U.S., Europe, and India.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7+ years of hands-on fascia design and development experience in the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 (a V5 test will be required during the interview process).
• Strong understanding of Teamcenter, DFMEA, BOM, and PLM tools.
• Proven experience launching automotive exterior components from concept through production.
• Working knowledge of plastic materials, tooling, and molding processes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related field.
• Experience with global teams and suppliers (U.S., Europe, India).
• Demonstrated experience implementing cost and weight reduction initiatives.

Company DescriptionLER TechForce, previously LHP Engineering Resources, was founded in 2001 and has boasted year-over-year growth ever since.

From inception to today, LER TechForce has grown to over 350 engineers on staff or at customer locations. From the beginning, our focus has been rooted in our employees’ success, and that remains true today.

LER TechForce is backed by the engineering and consulting power of LHP Engineering Solutions, the global leader in functional safety consulting and implementation.

LER TechForce is a proud member of the Women's Business Enterprise. Certified in 2020, LER TechForce is controlled, operated, and managed by a team of 3 women.Company DescriptionLER TechForce, previously LHP Engineering Resources, was founded in 2001 and has boasted year-over-year growth ever since. \r\n\r\nFrom inception to today, LER TechForce has grown to over 350 engineers on staff or at customer locations. From the beginning, our focus has been rooted in our employees’ success, and that remains true today. \r\n\r\nLER TechForce is backed by the engineering and consulting power of LHP Engineering Solutions, the global leader in functional safety consulting and implementation.\r\n\r\nLER TechForce is a proud member of the Women's Business Enterprise. Certified in 2020, LER TechForce is controlled, operated, and managed by a team of 3 women.