What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Interior Innovation Engineer position at Talascend?
Talascend is currently seeking a Sr. Interior Innovation Engineer for a contract opportunity in Southfield, MI.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Be a significant contributor to a world-class Interior and Exterior Components and Systems engineering team
Create and validate technically and economically, industry-leading novel Interior and Exterior Components or Systems solutions, with groundbreaking luxury, craftsmanship, performance, safety, ergonomics, functionality and costs
Find new solution providers and evaluate them based on client expectations and targets and share them across the organization.
Support the Design Engineering teams in finding new features, solutions and solving issues.
Work interactively within a cross-functional marketing, design, and vehicle engineering team, placing priority on the greater benefit of the vehicle above any one individual system
Employ and develop effective and innovative tools / approaches to supporting the development
Collaborate with Interior trim suppliers to ensure technical excellence and on time delivery of client Interior Components and Systems
QUALIFICATIONS :
5 years of demonstrated experience as a detail-oriented Interior or Exterior Components and Systems development lead (for one or more : Hard trim, Soft trim, IP, Door trims, Consoles, Headliners, Fascia, Underbody Trims Claddings, Wheel Liners, Glazing,, etc.)
Knowledge and understanding of automotive Interior Components and Systems industry benchmark, trends and supplier competencies
Experience creating / improving / establishing technical product specifications and timelines to achieve an accelerated development cycle towards SOP
Experienced in using CAD to create 2D / 3D concept drawings, Interior Components and Systems, packaging layouts and DFM studies (CATIA V5 / V6 preferred)
Vehicle and product launch experience with hands on experience with process development
Experience with leading innovative process or product development
Experienced in analyzing part manufacturing process and costs
ADVANTAGEOUS :
Flexibility and ability to adapt to achieve success in a fast-paced startup environment
One full program cycle experience from concept to production launch in automotive Interior and / or exterior Components and Systems
Profound knowledge of vehicle Interior and / or Exterior Components and Systems and demonstrable track record of technical excellence and program execution
A solid knowledge of plastic parts design, structural performance, manufacturing technologies, craftsmanship, ergonomics, safety and homologation requirements
Strong competency in materials selection, plastic injection molding / DFM, and GD&T
A strong desire to create the very best product, working as an integral part of a very capable team
A practical hands-on approach to complement the theoretical
Exceptional technical abilities paired with excellent communication skills
EDUCATION :
Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a relevant discipline like Plastics, Manufacturing or Tool-Making
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