Exterior Trim EngineerLocation: Newark, CA (100% Onsite)
Pay Rate: $50.00-$55.00/hour + OT
Schedule: 40 hours/week + approx. 5 hours OT
Travel Reimbursement: Up to $500/week
We are hiring an experienced
Exterior Trim Engineer for a contract opportunity supporting the development of next-generation vehicles. This role focuses on the design, engineering release, and launch of automotive exterior trim systems. Ideal candidates are
Design Release Engineers (DREs) with hands-on product development experience-not CAD-only engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead design, packaging, release, and launch of exterior trim components
- Develop high-quality, cost-effective exterior systems for production vehicles
- Support components such as rocker panels, side valences, spoilers, wheelhouse liners, aero shields, sill trims, and front trunk trim parts
- Collaborate with styling, manufacturing, and cross-functional engineering teams
- Improve fit, finish, gap, flush, durability, and manufacturability
- Support tooling, supplier launches, testing, and engineering changes
- Use engineering tools and CAD systems to validate product designs
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of automotive Exterior Trim Design Release Engineering experience
- Strong background in vehicle product development and component launch
- Experience with CATIA V5 or V6 preferred
- Knowledge of plastics, Class A surfaces, paint, tooling, thermal expansion, and structural design
- Strong problem-solving and 3D engineering skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred
Employee Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Commuter/Parking Accounts
- People Perks
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- AD & D Insurance
Ready to help shape world-class vehicle design?
Click "Apply Now" today!The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.
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