Automotive Theme Development Engineer (CATIA / Surface Design) in Dearborn

Job DescriptionJob Description

THEME DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

As a Theme Development Engineer, you will work with many team members to make the design vision a reality. From developing initial engineering concepts for a new design concept, guiding, and integrating multiple engineering and manufacturing inputs into the A surface, providing alternatives proposals that enable new ways of reconciling functional requirements and thematic intent, to building a suitable physical model that makes the concept and reality.

· Lead Studio property set up, and integrity including content, data pedigree, ride height, manikin drop and overall suitability

· Lead completion of studies within Design Feasibility FC Process from FC0 to K6, including completion of the Design Development Checklists, Hardpoints Plan, and the integration of aligned plans into surface

· Lead the integration of A-surface with thematic, VA, functional, and attribute inputs whilst maintaining the emotive character and art in the surface

· Guide initial theme set-up, and development through or in advance of functional, supplier, or attribute inputs

· Develop and maintain Surface Scaffold files to enable Physical and Digital model development and theme overlay

· Provide concept alternatives and provocations to support the reconciliation of thematic intent with functional and program assumptions

· Lead the optimization and balancing of inputs to the studio, including consideration of 'what-might-be' to support the theme vision

· Manage data within, into, and out of the studio

Skills Required:

· CATIA – independently able to create complex 3D proposals – recognized as near expert in CATIA

· CAD – independently able to create complex 3D proposals – recognized as near expert in CATIA

· CAD Design – independently able to create complex 3D proposals – recognized as near expert in CATIA

Skills :

· Design Release Engineer – Basic understanding and experience in the area

· Structural Engineering - Basic understanding and experience in the area

Experience Required:

· Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Equivalent

· 3+ years of proven experience in complete vehicle layout/package, including Body and Trim Requirements

· Strong familiarity with legislative requirements affecting the Design Feasibility process.

· Demonstrated experience in leading and presenting to decision making forums.

· Demonstrated understanding of feasibility tools and design studio feasibility progression.

· Strong understanding of the production processes.

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree

Education :

Master's Degree

Additional Information :

Position is Hybrid (4 days/week - Monday to Thursday in office, Friday is remote.

Company DescriptionG-TECH is a WBENC-certified, women-owned recruitment and staffing firm with over 30 years of expertise in Engineering, IT, and Professional sectors. We partner with Fortune 100 corporations and mid-sized businesses, delivering top-tier talent that fuels innovation. Specializing in contingent staffing, direct placements, and project-based assignments, we craft customized workforce solutions that align with your unique business needs. At G-TECH, we bridge the gap between exceptional professionals and leading organizations, ensuring the right talent powers your success.Company DescriptionG-TECH is a WBENC-certified, women-owned recruitment and staffing firm with over 30 years of expertise in Engineering, IT, and Professional sectors. We partner with Fortune 100 corporations and mid-sized businesses, delivering top-tier talent that fuels innovation. Specializing in contingent staffing, direct placements, and project-based assignments, we craft customized workforce solutions that align with your unique business needs. At G-TECH, we bridge the gap between exceptional professionals and leading organizations, ensuring the right talent powers your success.