CAD Engineer

CAD Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CAD Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design and development of closure components for world-class vehicles using Catia 3DX. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle systems within a diverse and youthful engineering team, with high autonomy ideal for fast learners and self-starters.

Responsibilities:

• Design parts and assemblies for vehicle programs through the entire product life cycle from concept to production to service/warranty/end-of-life.
• Perform mechanical design analysis and packaging of various closure components such as Hood, Fender, Side Door, Decklid, and Liftgate.
• Ensure vehicles conform to all motor vehicle safety standards governing Closures system operation.
• Collaborate closely with the full design engineering team and other stakeholders to create world-class designs.
• Assist cross-functional teams such as CAE by interpreting and using analysis results to guide and evolve the design.
• Work with manufacturing to ensure efficient process sequence and build quality.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Design, Product Development, Stamping, and Suppliers on tool design and secondary component changes.
• Perform analysis of section properties, materials, and manufacturing processes through benchmarking activities.
• Apply GDT, create drawings, packaging layouts, and design for manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA).

Essential Skills:

• 8 years of experience in the field.
• Strong proficiency in CATIA/CAD.
• Experience in automotive design, especially in closure systems.
• Proven design packaging and 3D modeling skills using CATIA V5/V6 or similar software.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks quickly in a high-pressure environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred, not mandatory.
• Experience in CAE.
• Experience using FEA tools within the CATIA environment.
• Experience working with Class A surface data.
• Detail-oriented personality with a determined problem-solving attitude.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Southfield, MI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.