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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Advantage Technical
- **Location:** Southfield, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $89,440.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, CATIA V5
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/98ead5f9-6589-4b81-b65e-4ad1b5244c01

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related field.
 * 5+ years of automotive product development experience.
 * 5+ years of experience designing and launching automotive interior components or accessories.
 * Proficiency with CATIA V5/V6 or comparable CAD software.
 * Experience with engineering documentation, validation, and product release processes.
 * Strong communication, problem-solving, and supplier management skills., * Experience supporting multiple vehicle launches from concept to production.
 * Knowledge of APQP, GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, tolerance stack-up analysis, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
 * Experience working with premium consumer or automotive products.
 * Ability to lead projects independently in a fast-paced environment.

## Description

* Design and develop automotive accessory products and interior components.
 * Create and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, validation plans, and product documentation.
 * Manage products throughout the full development lifecycle, from concept through production launch.
 * Support supplier selection, feasibility reviews, tooling discussions, and product sourcing activities.
 * Coordinate prototype builds, testing, validation, and launch readiness activities.
 * Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and issue resolution initiatives.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, functionality, and manufacturability.
 * Support engineering milestones and successful product launches.


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