Product Engineer-Interior Systems

• Product Engineering lead for Interior Trim programs in Interiors
• Support business pursuit activities through tool kick off with technical input and presentations includes review of SOR’s, SSTS, creating EBoM and technical feasibility
• Owner of technical definition of product. Responsible for the achievement of the product requirements: define the key process parameters and work with cross functional team to ensure the manufacturing process is documented to enable meeting program metrics: First Time Quality and Operational Equipment Efficiency
• During design phase create and manage design open issue list by part to promote closure of build and/or manufacturability concerns
• Help Customer with up-front packaging development and typical section criteria
• Mentor and coach other team members
• Attend all internal Design and Gate Reviews for Door programs and provide “Technical Guidance” as needed
• Work effectively in a team environment with a cross-functional team: design, tooling, CAE, quality, manufacturing, finance, purchasing, sales
• Create initial product design concepts
• Support Internal PDT meetings and “design issue resolution” utilizing engineering tools
• Establish effective communications (written and verbal) between customers, internal groups and suppliers
• Provide input to the component and system datum / attachment schemes and GD&T (Dimensional) plan
• Comply with all Inteva policies and procedures
• Generate and implement cost savings ideas
• Generate “Request for Quotes and Statement of Requirements” for purchased parts
• Issue Change Requests and Design Requests as needed
• Review designs for “Manufacturability” (Draft angles, part break-up, etc.)
• Participate in internal and external build events and meetings; drive product &/or process improvements
• Document Lessons Learned
• Participate in warranty improvement activities

• Minimum 5-10 years of automotive door trim product engineering experience
• Energetic personality / high passion for success
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Creative problem solving skills & self-starting: Work effectively with others, high results orientation
• Knowledge of injection molding, thermoforming, olefin materials, cut/sew/wrap
• Basic CAD skills: NX &/or Catia
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Ability to manage, coordinate and deliver multiple complex tasks
• Microsoft Office proficiency: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering

PREFERRED

• Multiple functional automotive Interior experiences (Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Tooling)
• Multiple Interior partition experience (Instrument Panel, Floor Console)

Education Requirement BS Engineering or equivalent automotive degree and experience

Inteva Products is a leading global automotive supplier providing innovative, reliable, environmentally friendly products that enhance vehicle quality, safety and performance. Inteva has global resources for design, engineering, manufacturing and customer service for Interiors, Latches, Door Systems, Motors & Electronics, Overhead Systems, and Hard Trim. Formed in 2008, the tier-one supplier is focused on achieving sustained global growth, providing excellent customer service, and driving innovation. Inteva was founded on innovative solutions and the use of applied technology to drive value-based solutions. The company employs 12,000 people in over 35 sites and maintains its World Headquarters in Troy, Michigan USA. For more information, please visit ;br>